Trump's 'Golden Dome' Missile Defense Project

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
President Trump revealed a controversial missile defense project called 'Golden Dome,' which aims to protect the U.S. against nuclear missiles. The estimated cost is $125 billion, but experts predict it could be much higher, potentially in the trillions. The project involves both space-based and ground-based interceptors.

Key Points

  • President Trump introduced the 'Golden Dome' missile defense project to protect the U.S. against nuclear threats
  • Estimated cost of $125 billion, but experts believe it could be in the trillions
  • Involves a combination of space-based and ground-based interceptors

Pros

  • Potential to prevent war and save lives by defending against nuclear missiles
  • Technological advances have lowered the cost of missile defense

Cons

  • Projected cost could be much higher than the estimated $125 billion
  • May divert resources from other defense priorities