The Stimson Center has launched the National Security Reform Program, a new initiative aimed at aligning U.S. defense spending with national security priorities. The program is led by Senior Fellow and Program Director Dan Grazier.

The first project under this program, the Effective Defense Policy Project, will conduct threat assessments to inform the Pentagon's approach to military force structure and arms control issues. The team includes Distinguished Fellow and Strategic Advisor Geoff Wilson, and Research Associate Julia Gledhill.

"In a time of global upheaval, it is imperative that we scrutinize the status quo and craft practical policies to better address the critical issues facing our national security," said Stimson President & CEO Brian Finlay. "For 30 years, Stimson has championed independent thinking, and the launch of the National Security Reform program continues that tradition and brings back to the Center topics that were central to Stimson’s founding. By addressing defense inefficiencies and recommending practical reforms, we aim to create a more effective and rational defense policy. We are thrilled to welcome this remarkable team of accomplished policy innovators to drive this critical work forward."

Dan Grazier expressed enthusiasm for the new program: "The entire team is deeply appreciative of the warm welcome we’ve received at the Stimson Center, and we’re excited to hit the ground running. By rigorously analyzing and exposing inefficiencies in defense spending and operations, our team aims to promote policies that are not only effective but also fiscally responsible. We are dedicated to ensuring that the U.S. military has the right people, doctrine, and equipment to meet modern security challenges. We’re looking forward to working closely with Stimson’s distinguished group of experts and learning from their deep expertise as we strive to make a meaningful impact on national security policies."

The Stimson Center promotes international security through applied research, independent analysis, global engagement, and policy innovation. Founded during the Cold War era, it has been a leading voice on urgent global issues for three decades.