The so-called "Daddy" administration just got around to putting the clampdown on ITT for exporting propietary night vision technology to places like China--where, contrary to claims by the company, it can probably be reverse engineered, then sold to whoever the hell has the money. Nice.
Saying that American soldiers are "the principal victims of ITT's crimes," U.S. Attorney John Brownlee said he has structured the $100 million penalty so that half of the money is spent by ITT to develop a next-generation night vision system and "ensure that our soldiers have the best night vision equipment in the world."
Oh, and while I'm thinking about it...this is slightly off-topic, but: I guess most dog and cat owners are aware of the Menu Foods recall (thankfully my cat was NOT affected). Anyway, think about it--they can't even keep an eye out on freaking PET Food...
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