Defense Budget and Sequestration

Todd Harrison discussed Defense Department budget cuts that go into effect in January 2013 as a result of sequestration. The cuts are part o… read more

Todd Harrison discussed Defense Department budget cuts that go into effect in January 2013 as a result of sequestration. The cuts are part of the 2011 Budget Control Act that raised the debt ceiling. In his remarks he said that the cuts would not have an immediate impact on weapons manufacturers but would force future contracts to be renegotiated. Mr. Harrison answered several questions from those in attendance. close

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Program ID:
307750-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Aug 24, 2012 | 6:47pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Aug 25, 2012 | 3:13am EDT | C-SPAN 1

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  • Aug 24, 2012 | 6:47pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 24, 2012 | 11:06pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 25, 2012 | 3:13am EDT | C-SPAN 1
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