Trump Unveils Golden Dome Missile Defense Project

The Pentagon is preparing to take the first concrete steps toward President Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defense project, which is modeled after Israel's Iron Dome and intended to protect the entire continental United States. Trump signed an executive order in his first week back in office to initiate the project, aiming for a generational leap in U.S. missile defense capabilities. The administration is considering appointing a high-level 'Golden Dome czar,' with Space Force Gen. Michael A. Guetlein as a leading candidate, to coordinate the complex effort among multiple agencies. Trump has proposed using cost savings from other government programs to help fund the initiative, and his fiscal 2026 budget includes a record $1 trillion in defense spending, partly allocated to the project. Defense experts stress the importance of having a single empowered leader to ensure effective command and avoid bureaucratic delays. Despite bipartisan interest, questions remain about implementation, leadership, and whether the Pentagon can deliver the system at the required speed and scale.