Blackwater , now Xe , has attracted unwanted attention over the past few years . Though kicked out of Iraq , Xe does a great deal of good in Afghanistan . Bottom line : Many earn between $ 400 and $ 700 a month ; while Americans , particularly those performing dangerous security duties , can earn as much in a day . U.S. relies heavily on private military contractors . The question is how well the government uses this support force .
Blackwater , now Xe , has attracted unwanted attention over the past few years . Though kicked out of Iraq , Xe does a great deal of good in Afghanistan . Bottom line : U.S. relies heavily on private military contractors . The question is how well the government uses this support force .