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Trump Launches 'Golden Dome' Missile Defense Amid Arms Race Fears

4/23/2025

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President Trump unveiled an ambitious missile defense initiative dubbed "Golden Dome," designed to shield the U.S. from intercontinental ballistic missiles using space-based interceptors. While it promises enhanced security, experts caution that it could ignite a new nuclear arms race and demand a massive satellite network, potentially costing billions.

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President Trump unveiled an ambitious missile defense initiative dubbed "Golden Dome," designed to shield the U.S. from intercontinental ballistic missiles using space-based interceptors. While it promises enhanced security, experts caution that it could ignite a new nuclear arms race and demand a massive satellite network, potentially costing billions.