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Golden Dome Missile Defense Project Seen as Intergenerational Effort With Calls for Fast-Track Acquisition and Support From Defense Think Tank

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Updated Apr 24, 2025, 03:37 AM

The Golden Dome missile defense system, a project aimed at creating a layered, continent-wide shield over the United States, has sparked varied reactions among national security experts and military leaders. Proponents, including senior military figures and technologists, view the initiative as a potentially transformative advancement for national security, enhancing high-end missile defense and overall military capabilities. Supporters argue that unlike earlier efforts such as Reagan’s Strategic Defense Initiative, current technological advancements may now make the Golden Dome feasible. They emphasize the need for a fast-tracked acquisition process with top-down leadership and innovation freedom, similar to historic projects like the Manhattan Project and Israel’s Iron Dome.

However, some national security analysts remain skeptical about the project's achievability and cost-effectiveness, questioning whether a continent-sized missile shield would justify the investment for taxpayers. Defense experts describe the Golden Dome as an intergenerational endeavor, indicating it will require long-term commitment and development. The Foundation for Defense of Democracies also expressed support for the concept during a panel event for its Air and Missile Defense Program. The Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and other military organizations are involved in discussions regarding the project’s potential and requirements.

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