RTX, formerly Raytheon Technologies, is a major American defense contractor that has received substantial profits from the post-9/11 wars and ongoing military operations. As one of the top five defense contractors, it has been central to the U.S. Military-Industrial Complex, playing a key role in the capture of U.S. foreign policy through its financial ties to the broader defense industry. The company’s influence extends to shaping defense spending and policy decisions, with its executives often holding positions in government and military institutions.
RTX has been deeply involved in the capture of Western foreign policy, particularly through its role in providing precision-guided munitions and advanced defense systems used in conflicts across the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and beyond. Its contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense have grown significantly in recent years, with a notable 50 billion dollar Defense Logistics Agency contract signed in 2025, which is expected to extend through 2045. This contract, along with others, has allowed RTX to amass substantial profits, further entrenching its position within the network of defense contractors and political donors that shape global military operations.
The company’s role in the Ukraine war has been particularly significant, as its systems have been used in both offensive and defensive capacities. RTX’s involvement in the broader wealth capture process highlights the intersection of military operations and economic gain, where the costs of war are borne by the general public while the profits flow to a small network of individuals and corporations.
RTX’s operations have also been linked to the Iran and Iraq conflicts, where its systems have been deployed in both direct and indirect support of U.S. military objectives. The company’s financial success has been closely tied to the foreign policy decisions of successive U.S. administrations, which have prioritized military spending and interventionist strategies over domestic investment.
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