The Trump administration is actively engaging with several drone startups, including Performance Drone Works and Unusual Machines, to enhance domestic production of critical munitions amid concerns over dwindling U.S. missile stockpiles. A recent analysis from the Center for Strategic and International Studies highlights that replenishing key inventories, such as the Tomahawk cruise missiles, could take several years, potentially until late 2030. Currently, fewer than 200 Tomahawk missiles are produced annually, although RTX Corporation plans to ramp up production significantly. Lockheed Martin is investing $9 billion to expand missile manufacturing capabilities, including a new facility in Alabama. While Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured that the military is prepared for future conflicts, analysts express concerns over the pace of replenishment, noting that the U.S. has been drawing down its stockpiles to critical levels. The report underscores that the issue stems from long-term manufacturing limitations rather than a lack of funding, emphasizing the need for substantial industrial investment and supply chain development.