US Launches Golden Dome Missile Defense Across Multiple States

Former President Donald Trump has announced an ambitious new space-based missile defense system called the Golden Dome, intended to protect the United States from missile attacks launched globally or from space. This project, described as an extension of Ronald Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative, aims to incorporate multiple layers of defense using artificial intelligence and advanced technology, with production planned across several U.S. states. While Trump and supporters portray the Golden Dome as a critical upgrade to U.S. security, experts point to a steep projected cost ranging from $175 billion to over $500 billion and question its feasibility. The system's announcement has raised concerns about escalating the militarization of space, affecting international space relations and military cooperation, particularly with European allies. Defense contractors like Lockheed Martin have expressed readiness to support the initiative, likening it to a 'Manhattan Project-scale mission.' This development marks a significant moment in the ongoing evolution of U.S. missile defense efforts, tracing back to Reagan's 1980s Star Wars program.