Summary and Key Points: In 2009, Congress, influenced by President Obama, halted additional funding for the F-22 Raptor, a decision driven by a shift in defense priorities post-Cold War. The F-22, renowned for its stealth, supermaneuverability, and air superiority, was initially intended to counter Soviet threats.
-However, with the rise of fifth-generation fighters from China and Russia, analysts now question the wisdom of curtailing Raptor production.
-The F-22, with its superior radar cross-section...