A top Marine general says air-defense buildup isn't moving fast enough to meet rising drone threats

The US Marine Corps is shifting its focus to being prepared for near-peer adversary fights. US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Malia Sparks The US Marine Corps is pushing for better air defense amid its larger force redesign. The Marines want more systems, but the Corps also wants them to work together and be easily upgraded. Air defenses need to meet a variety of missile and drone threats, as seen in recent conflicts. Evolving drone and missile threats, from Europe to the Middle East, are pushi...