Congressional funding concerns about a new nuclear cruise missile
Source: Breaking Defense
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Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta explains the mission and latest messaging from the National Nuclear Security Administration, which is under guidance from the Trump administration to produce more warheads — including vital components for a nuclear-capable, sea-launched cruise missile, which one key member of Congress is growing concerned about.
Classification
Region
North America
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Weapons & Equipment / Political-Military
Subcategory
New Weapon System
SALUTE Report
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Not specified
Activity
Concerns about funding for a new nuclear cruise missile
Location
United States
Unit
National Nuclear Security Administration
Time
Current
Equipment
nuclear-capable cruise missile
Summary
Concerns have arisen from a key member of Congress regarding the funding of a new nuclear cruise missile being developed by the National Nuclear Security Administration in the United States. This initiative is part of a broader effort to produce more warheads under the guidance of the Trump administration. The missile is designed to be nuclear-capable and launched from the sea.
Key Facts
- The National Nuclear Security Administration is under guidance from the Trump administration to produce more warheads.
- There are concerns from a key member of Congress regarding the funding of a new nuclear cruise missile.
- The missile is intended to be nuclear-capable and sea-launched.