Aaron Mehta

Aaron Mehta

Editor in Chief, Breaking Defense

Aaron Mehta is editor in chief of Breaking Defense. He previously served as deputy editor and senior Pentagon correspondent for Defense News, as well as a staff writer for the non-profit Center for Public Integrity. Over his career, Mehta has interviewed dozens of defense leaders from around the globe, covering the intersection of policy, industry and technology at the highest national security levels. Mehta has a particular interest in nuclear issues, foreign weapon sales and NATO issues. Originally from outside Boston, Mass., he now lives in the Washington, D.C. area. amehta@breakingmedia.com

Stories by Aaron Mehta

Biden’s First Budget Tries ‘Too Much With Too Little,’ New Wargame Finds

Biden’s First Budget Tries ‘Too Much With Too Little,’ New Wargame Finds
Biden’s First Budget Tries ‘Too Much With Too Little,’ New Wargame Finds

“Our analysis of the FY22 budget and the strategy that we think the Biden administration is going in, it is trying to do too much with too little,” says Becca Wasser of CNAS.

Mike Brown Withdraws As Acquisition Nominee

Mike Brown Withdraws As Acquisition Nominee
Mike Brown Withdraws As Acquisition Nominee

Brown, the head of the Defense Innovation Unit, was caught in an Inspector General complaint.

NNSA Produces First Upgraded Warhead For Sub-Launched Nukes

NNSA Produces First Upgraded Warhead For Sub-Launched Nukes
NNSA Produces First Upgraded Warhead For Sub-Launched Nukes

The improved W88 Alt 370 warhead comes a year late and millions over budget.

House Appropriators Threaten To Cut Guam Missile Defense Funds

House Appropriators Threaten To Cut Guam Missile Defense Funds
House Appropriators Threaten To Cut Guam Missile Defense Funds

Overall, House Appropriators are looking at increasing procurement funding at the cost of research dollars.

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