Military intel spending up slightly in FY-24

The Defense Department says the military intelligence program appropriated by Congress was $29.8 billion in fiscal year 2024, a slight increase over the $29.3 billion DOD sought.

The department said in an Oct. 31 statement that the MIP budget is “aligned to support the National Defense Strategy,” which puts China as DOD’s top priority.

“The department determined that releasing this topline figure does not jeopardize any classified activities within the MIP,” DOD said. “No other MIP budget figures or program details will be released, as they remain classified for national security reasons.”

Meanwhile, DOD has requested $28.2 billion for FY-25, which, if enacted, would be a $1.6 billion reduction from what Congress appropriated for FY-24.