Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations’ military budgets

The US Pentagon's FY2027 budget includes a $53.6 billion investment in drones and counter-drone technology, surpassing many nations' defense budgets. The funds are allocated under the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG), which received a significant budget increase from $226 million in FY2026. The spending aims to enhance production, training, logistics, and defense systems for drone operations.