Tariffs are a key economic tool for the Trump administration, which also wants to bring manufacturing and material production back to the United States.
The StormShroud carries the BriteStorm jammer supplied by Leonardo UK, which is designed to block enemy radar or spoof it, creating “ghost” jet signatures.
The ban is meant to prevent the repurposing of entertainment tech for Moscow's unmanned warfare against Ukraine, but the practical effect may be limited.
Hegseth ordered the Army secretary to cut programs, reduce the number of general officers in the ranks and consolidate offices, commands and headquarters.
The service wants CCAs to fly alongside aircraft like the F-35 and F-47, and autonomously carry out missions like airstrikes, recon and serving as decoy.
The new prime minister has promised to focus more on Canadian-built defense products and shift spending away from the purchases of U.S.-built equipment.