Group 1 - The U.S. government, under President Trump, is considering acquiring stakes in defense contractors, specifically targeting Lockheed Martin, which heavily relies on federal contracts for its revenue [1][3] - Lockheed Martin generated 73% of its net sales from the U.S. government last year, highlighting its significant dependence on government contracts [3] - Trump's administration recently invested $8.9 billion in Intel, acquiring a 9.9% stake, which has raised concerns about potential government interference in corporate decision-making [3][4] Group 2 - U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross indicated that discussions regarding defense procurement funding are ongoing, emphasizing the need for further deliberation on how to finance ammunition purchases [1] - Despite the passive nature of the government's investment in Intel, the transaction has shocked both the business and political communities, marking a departure from traditional U.S. government policies [4] - Ross downplayed the likelihood of large-scale government investments in private companies but asserted that the deal with Intel is beneficial for American taxpayers [4]