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Trump Proposes 'Golden Dome' Defense Amid Criticism

4/6/2025

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President Trump has directed the Pentagon to create a "Golden Dome" missile defense system, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, to shield the U.S. However, experts raise concerns about its practicality across the expansive U.S. landscape. Critics fear it could siphon funds from vital projects, while private defense companies eye lucrative opportunities in this ambitious plan.

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President Trump has directed the Pentagon to create a "Golden Dome" missile defense system, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, to shield the U.S. However, experts raise concerns about its practicality across the expansive U.S. landscape. Critics fear it could siphon funds from vital projects, while private defense companies eye lucrative opportunities in this ambitious plan.