The Department of Defense contracts private firms to help develop military technologies, and Congress appropriate sufficient funds for these firms to fill those contracts, making the defense industry a(n) ______.

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The description aligns with the concept of an iron triangle, which is a term used to describe the close relationship and coordination between Congress, interest groups, and bureaucratic agencies (in this case, the Department of Defense and private firms in the defense industry). The three entities work together to advance their shared interests, such as the development and funding of military technologies. An issue network generally includes a broader range of actors working on a particular policy issue, while a trade association represents the interests of a specific industry or profession.

The Department of Defense Contracts Private Firms to Help Develop