Todd Blanche Defends "Anti Weaponization Fund" in Senate Testimony Todd Blanche's testimony before a Senate committee has brought attention to the contentious issue of the anti weaponization fund, a program designed to prevent government funded research from being misused for military purposes.
As a scientist and expert in the field, Dr. Blanche's defense of the fund is timely, given growing concerns about national security and the potential risks associated with dual use research.
What is an "Anti Weaponization Fund"? The anti weaponization fund, also known as Section 809, was introduced in 2016 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).