👉 The Expenditures Weapon, also known as the "Expenditure Control Mechanism," is a U.S. government program designed to monitor and regulate the spending of federal agencies, including defense contractors, to prevent wasteful or fraudulent expenditures. It operates by requiring agencies to report their budget requests and expenditures in a standardized format, which is then reviewed by Congress. The program uses data analytics to identify anomalies or excessive spending patterns that may indicate misuse of funds, and it can impose penalties on agencies that fail to comply with the rules. This mechanism aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in federal spending, particularly within defense-related sectors.
