Testimony: DOD Military Readiness Challenges Across Air, Sea, Ground, and Space Domains

Opening Statement of GAO Director Diana Maurer on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 before the Senate Committee on Armed Services. DOD's readiness rebuilding efforts are occurring in a challenging context that requires it to make difficult decisions on how to meet continuing operational demands while preparing for future challenges. DOD has taken steps to address persistent and long-standing readiness challenges, but significant work remains.