Palantir’s Mike Gallagher says tech startups are key to overhauling the Defense Department

Mike Gallagherturned former congressman Palantir Technologies Inc.‘s defense chief, said the U.S. Defense Department needs to overhaul its procurement process for a new era of modern warfare — and he’s ramping up efforts to launch startups that can help restore the nation’s competitive edge.

Gallagher was famous as a Chinahawk during his time on the Hill and for spearheading legislation that could ban TikTok on national security grounds. Now leading Palantir’s global defense efforts, he says he is focused on helping the United States and its allies prepare for a technological arms race with China while preventing military conflict with the Asian country.