What is the Golden Dome? Trump’s New US Missile Defense System Plan

May 21, 2025 Komal Das

Donald Trump announced the ambitious Golden Dome missile defense system to protect the US from advanced missile threats

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Golden Dome is a missile defense system designed to intercept long-range hypersonic missiles and ensure the security of US territory

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The system will use space-based interceptors and satellites to detect and destroy missiles during the early stages of their flight

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Inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome, Golden Dome is tailored for the US, covering its vast landmass and countering hypersonic missile threats

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Challenges include satellite mobility requiring precise timing and a massive constellation of up to 16,000 satellites

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The project draws parallels with Elon Musk’s Starlink but will demand groundbreaking resources and high costs

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Golden Dome aims to safeguard the US against threats from nations like Russia and China marking a leap in defense technology

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