U.S. Army plans nearly $5.4 billion Patriot buildup, adding three air defense battalions by 2031

The U.S. Army plans a nearly $5.4 billion Patriot air defense buildup, adding three battalions by 2031 according to a CRS report. The expansion addresses stressed global demand for integrated air and missile defense. It boosts launcher, radar and interceptor inventories. The move reflects heightened air and missile threats worldwide.