Cost Variations
Officials say the final price will depend heavily on which development options are chosen. There are medium, high, and “extra high” tiers, differing in the number of satellites, sensors, and interceptors deployed in orbit.
China’s Response
China has issued stern warnings to the US about militarizing space, viewing programs like the Golden Dome as destabilizing.
The geopolitical tension surrounding space weaponization remains a significant concern.
Summary:
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Trump’s $175 billion Golden Dome space defense is aimed at countering Russia and China.
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Independent estimates range from $119 billion to over $6 trillion depending on scale.
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The Congressional Budget Office expects space-based costs alone to top $542 billion.
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The project’s actual cost is uncertain and will depend on technology choices.
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China has condemned the move, raising tensions over space militarization.
