Inside the Costs of the F-35 Fighter Jet Program

The video discusses the F-35 program's cost overruns, initially estimated at $200 billion but now projected at $400 billion. The program is too advanced to cancel, involving multiple military branches and international partners. The focus shifts to government contracts, particularly Lockheed Martin, and the potential for increased scrutiny under President-elect Trump. He aims to control costs before increasing the defense budget, balancing other spending priorities like tax cuts and infrastructure.

What challenges does the President-elect face regarding the F-35 program?

What might be the implications of the President-elect's focus on cost controls for the defense budget?