The week ahead

By Tony Bertuca / February 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Several Washington think tanks are hosting events this week related to defense and national security. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to embark on a week-long trip to Germany, Belgium and Poland for meetings with NATO nations.

Tuesday

The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosts a discussion on the “Iron Dome for America” proposal.

Wednesday

The House Armed Services Committee holds a hearing to discuss the “protecting American interests in a convergent global threat environment.”

Thursday

The Senate Armed Services Committee holds a hearing with the chiefs of U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Southern Command to discuss the fiscal year 2026 budget request.

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