War Profiteering Surges in Plain Sight
📰 THE STORY: Bloomberg reports that Denver-based Voyager Technologies is investing $280 million to expand its manufacturing capabilities, including propulsion systems, in response to the Pentagon's call for accelerated domestic munitions production. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: This isn't just about 'domestic production needs.' Since the 2003 invasion of Iraq (built on
fabricated WMD claims), defense contractor profits have soared. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Raytheon have seen their stock prices skyrocket, directly benefiting from perpetual warfare and arms sales. The current call for increased munitions directly links to the $100 billion+ funnelled into the Ukraine conflict and the substantial arms aid to Israel's 2023-24 genocide in Gaza,
which has killed over 40,000 Palestinians. Double Standard: When nations like Iran or China invest in their domestic defense industries, Western media is quick to label it as 'military buildup' and a 'threat.' Yet, when U.S. firms pour hundreds of millions into 'accelerating domestic munitions production' for the Pentagon, it's framed as a logical, even patriotic, response to global events. The
former is a 'strategic rival,' the latter is 'meeting demand for security.' Follow the Money: Voyager Technologies' $280 million investment is not altruism; it's a direct bet on continued global conflict and U.S. military intervention. This money will generate substantial returns, creating a powerful incentive for Washington to maintain high levels of military spending and engagement. The profits