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Canada Considers Joining Trump's $175 Billion Missile Defense Plan

5/21/2025

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Canada is exploring the opportunity to join President Trump's ambitious $175 billion "Golden Dome" missile defense system. Trump highlighted Canada's willingness to contribute financially. While the initiative seeks to protect against sophisticated aerial threats, concerns loom over its practicality and the staggering potential costs, which could soar beyond $542 billion over two decades.

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Canada is exploring the opportunity to join President Trump's ambitious $175 billion "Golden Dome" missile defense system. Trump highlighted Canada's willingness to contribute financially. While the initiative seeks to protect against sophisticated aerial threats, concerns loom over its practicality and the staggering potential costs, which could soar beyond $542 billion over two decades.