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James Taiclet
Lockheed Martin CEO
Lockheed Martin CEO, Weapons Manufacturer
Overview
James Taiclet is CEO of Lockheed Martin, the world's largest defense contractor. Lockheed makes the F-35 fighter jet, missiles, and weapons systems used in conflicts worldwide, including controversial strikes on civilians. The company spends millions lobbying for increased military spending and has a revolving door with the Pentagon.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
F-35 PROGRAM: Trillion-dollar boondoggle
WEAPONS EXPORTS: Sells to human rights abusers
REVOLVING DOOR: Executives cycle through Pentagon
LOBBYING: Millions spent on defense spending
SAUDI WEAPONS: Arms used in Yemen war crimes
COST OVERRUNS: Pattern of budget explosions
Related Investigations (2)
Criminal Charges & Violations
2 documented violations
Arms Export Control ActWeapons to human rights violators(LEGAL BUT UNETHICAL)
Rome Statute Article 25(3)(c)Aiding crimes against humanity(INTERNATIONAL)
Known Associates & Connections
Greg Hayes
Fellow defense contractor CEO, Raytheon/RTX
Lloyd Austin
Defense Secretary overseeing major Lockheed Martin contracts
Sources & Documentation
2 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- 1960
- Birthplace
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Education
- •US Air Force Academy
- •Princeton (MPA)
Key Timeline
1960
Born in Pittsburgh
2020
Becomes Lockheed Martin CEO