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President Trump unveiled his plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system and said he plans to have the $175 billion system operational by the end of his term.
Orbiting in space, American satellites detect the bright flames. While the missile is still in its “boost” phase, one of a network of space-based interceptors fires down a laser, or alternative munition, to blow up the threat. America sleeps soundly, protected by its Golden Dome.
If the tech entrepreneur is successful in his bid to build part of the controversial project, it could mean billions more in the pocket of the world’s richest man
President Donald Trump is expected to announce the concept he wants for his future Golden Dome missile defense program.
President Donald Trump said the project to develop a missile defense shield should be "fully operational" before the end of his term, and claimed Canada has asked to join the project.
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Trump estimates Golden Dome will cost $175B over 3 yearsPresident Trump also announced he has appointed Gen. Michael Guetlein, the Space Force’s second in command, to oversee the effort.
The Golden Dome would involve space-based interceptors, which Congress estimated would cost between $162 billion to $542 billion over 20 years.
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