They’re learning from Ukraine, but Ukraine is leading in true low cost.
Trump has American troops in Ukraine being trained by the Ukrainian forces while the Ukrainians open drone making facilities here in the United States.
The Pentagon Is Learning Drone Warfare From Ukraine
“Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told senators this week that U.S. military personnel have been sent to Ukraine to study how drones are used in combat.”
https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidkirichenko/2026/05/15/the-pentagon-is-learning-drone-warfare-from-ukraine/
U.S. Military Adopts Battle-Tested Ukrainian Hornet Kamikaze Drones
“Several Ukrainian companies have already brought their technology to the U.S. In March, General Cherry, one of Ukraine’s largest drone manufacturers, signed a deal to make unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the U.S. alongside American military manufacturer Wilcox Industries.
Ukraine and U.S. move toward landmark drone defense deal as Iran war highlights capabilities, and necessities
“The Pentagon has also invited Ukrainian companies to participate in its Drone Dominance initiative, a $1.1 billion program aimed at identifying drones for U.S. military contracts.”
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ukraine-us-drone-defense-deal-draft-iran-war-capabilities-necessities/