Anduril’s Chris Brose on Fighting The Next War | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

The United States military faces a critical shortage of munitions, as current defense strategies rely on expensive, legacy systems that are not designed for mass production or protracted conflict. Chris Brose, Chief Strategy Officer of Anduril Industries, argues that the Department of Defense must shift toward a "high-low" mix of capabilities, integrating large volumes of lower-cost, autonomous, and software-defined weapons alongside exquisite, high-end platforms. This transition requires senior leadership to disrupt entrenched procurement processes and prioritize industrial scalability. Recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East demonstrate that modern warfare demands attritable systems capable of rapid replenishment. By fostering ruthless competition among defense providers and embracing entrepreneurial innovation, the U.S. can restore deterrence and effectively counter the rapid technological advancements of adversaries like China and Iran.