The U.S. proposed a $175 billion missile defense initiative named the Golden Dome, designed to counter threats from ballistic and hypersonic missiles, including those potentially launched from space. President Trump announced an initial $25 billion funding allocation as part of the project. With completion targeted for 2029, the program is poised to involve advanced technology and space-based interceptors. U.S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein will lead the project while Canada has expressed interest in collaboration. Trump's assertions framed the initiative as vital for national security and the defense of the homeland.
Trump emphasized the Golden Dome's capability to intercept missiles globally, even those launched from space, underscoring its importance for U.S. national security.
The Golden Dome is envisioned as a multilayered defense strategy against a variety of aerial threats, promising advanced interception technology for the U.S.
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