Hegseth to restructure Office of Net Assessment

By Tony Bertuca / March 13, 2025 at 6:52 PM
( Editor's note: This story has been updated with additional information. ) Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the disestablishment of the Pentagon's storied Office of Net Assessment with the intent to "rebuild it." Sean Parnell, the Pentagon’s chief spokesman, released a statement saying ONA would be rebuilt “in alignment with the department’s strategic priorities.” The decision, he said, “ensures that our resources are focused on the most pressing national security challenges while maintaining accountability and efficiency.” All ONA personnel,...

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