William Hartung

William Hartung is a Senior Research Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, where he focuses on issues related to military spending and defense policy. He is known for his critical perspective on government intervention in the defense sector, arguing that such moves can compromise strategic considerations and create conflicts of interest between government regulation and corporate profitability. Recently, he commented on the Trump administration's potential investments in defense contractors, labeling the idea as a 'bad idea' that could prioritize financial success over national security interests.