Defense Cuts Loom Pt. 2

This from DefenseTech, on what I reported earlier:

Now, the Pentagon is "looking to cut between $13 billion and $15 billion from the U.S. Department of Defense's 2007 budget," Defense News notes. And after all those billions spent on Katrina and on another year in Iraq, there are indications that the men in uniform might be a little less reluctant about paring back their budgets this time around.

Of the weapons planned for cutting, I most disappointed in the Marines F-35B decision. This V/STOL is needed desperately to replace antiquated Harriers, and also the AF A-10 Warthogs. Both these system have been invaluable for close air support throughout the Terror War, in contrast to super carriers and nuclear subs.