12 May, 20:36··

Trump’s Missile Defense Could Cost $1.2 Trillion

Der Spiegel

A US Congressional report says Donald Trump’s missile defense system will cost $1.2 trillion. This is much more than before. The space part of the system is the most expensive.

The plan is to protect the United States from attacks coming from space. The Congressional analysis found the project will cost a lot of money. The space-based defense part is expected to cost a large amount. This raises concerns about the cost of the defense project. The report highlights the significant increase in the estimated price.

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Highlights

High Cost of Defense System

The missile defense system could cost up to $1.2 trillion.

Congressional Warning

The US Congress warns about the potential cost explosion.

Space Component is Expensive

The system’s space-based defense component is particularly expensive.

Increased Cost Estimate

The project will cost significantly more than initially estimated.

Financial Concerns Raised

The defense initiative raises concerns about the financial impact.

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