In 2025, technology stands at the core of U.S. national security, transforming how the nation detects, deters, and defeats threats. Artificial intelligence, advanced surveillance, and cyber defense systems now provide unparalleled situational awareness across land, air, sea, and cyberspace. The U.S. military’s adoption of hypersonic weapons, autonomous drones, and missile defense innovations boosts deterrence against peer rivals like China and Russia. At the same time, secure communications netw