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Holland & Knight Defense Situation Report: December 2025

Holland & Knight Alert
Misha Lehrer | Daniel Sennott | Bella A. Linden

Welcome to Holland & Knight's monthly defense news update. We are pleased to bring you the latest in defense policy, regulatory updates and other significant developments. If you would like additional information on anything in this report, please reach out to the authors or members of Holland & Knight's National Security & Defense Industry Sector Group.

Legislative Updates

  • NDAA Updates
  • Appropriations Updates
  • Senate Confirmations and Nominations

Executive and Departmental Updates

  • White House Releases National Security Strategy
  • Secretary Hegseth Previews Forthcoming National Defense Strategy
  • New Navy Battleship Announced
  • First Round of FY 2026 APFIT Projects Surpass $1 Billion in Procurement Funding

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