Defense contractors

As the country finds itself in the pro war frenzy of standing up for democracy, it is interesting to recall Eisenhower's warning about the military industrial complex. The government left equipment in Afghan and is now sending more to Ukraine meaning that this all has to be replaced. In 2021, the most recent year for which full figures are available, the top five weapons makers received $116 billion in contracts while paying their top two dozen executives $287 million dollars. Are these companies lobbying for war. Are they giving campaign contributions and offering special perks.