Air Force faces criticism from National Guard leaders for low readiness and funding plea
Air Force leaders are warning Congress that their service is the 'smallest' and 'least ready' in history, requesting more funding to address readiness concerns. The National Guard has joined forces with the Air Force in making this plea to lawmakers.
Leaders of the National Guard have warned Congress that the Air Force is 'smallest' and 'least ready' in history, urging lawmakers to provide more funding to address its readiness issues. In a letter, they made a plea for additional resources to support their operations, highlighting the need for modern fighter jets and upgraded equipment. The Air Force's current state, according to the National Guard leaders, is causing concern among defense officials and policymakers. They are calling on Congress to take action to address these concerns and improve the Air Force's readiness.
