How Donald Trump’s new $175 billion Golden Dome

Earlier this week, President Donald Trump announced a new national security initiative called the Golden Dome, which aims to create a \$175 billion missile defense system capable of intercepting attacks from both space and land. Trump said the system would deploy advanced technology, including space-based sensors and interceptors, to protect the US against future threats. While the plans resemble something out of a sci-fi movie or The Simpsons, details remain scarce, though the system will likely use satellites and advanced interceptors like Israel’s Iron Dome but on a grander scale.

Reactions to the plan have been mixed. Some worry it’s just a way to funnel money to big contractors like SpaceX, while others argue it’s essential for national security in the face of threats from countries like China, Russia, and Iran. China, in particular, has expressed serious concerns, saying it violates international treaties and destabilizes global security. Russia has warned it could disrupt strategic stability and may require new talks. Despite criticisms, Trump claims the system will be operational by 2029, before the end of his term.