U.S. defense policy refers to the strategies, plans, and actions undertaken by the United States government to ensure national security and protect its interests both domestically and internationally.
Related terms
National Security Council (NSC): A governmental body responsible for advising the President on matters related to national security.
Department of Defense (DoD): The federal agency responsible for coordinating and supervising all agencies involved in national defense.
Military Alliances: Formal agreements between nations to support each other militarily in times of need.