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White House Weighs Defense Production Act as Iran Conflict Depletes Weapon Stockpiles

The White House is evaluating the use of the Defense Production Act to accelerate weapons manufacturing as U.S. operations against Iran increase demand for precision munitions. Officials say existing stockpiles remain adequate for now, but a prolonged conflict could erode reserves. Invoking the Korean War‑era law would compel defense contractors to prioritize military contracts and expand capacity, a step currently under discussion with Congress. Lawmakers are weighing the trade‑off between immediate production boosts and the risk of inflating defense spending.