DoD and Congress using incentives, extra funds and other policies to keep defense companies cash positive

Published: March 30, 2020, 3 p.m.

b'The Defense Production Act is in effect as a means to combat coronavirus. That means some businesses are beholden to what the government wants. The economic downturn complicates life for those very companies. The Defense Department announced a new task force this week to keep production and supply chains strong. Federal News Network\\u2019s Scott Maucione joined the Federal Drive with Tom Temin to explain.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'