SpaceX gets $4 billion contract to build missile-tracking ‘Golden Dome’ satellites
SpaceX has been awarded a $4.16 billion contract by the Pentagon to develop missile-tracking satellites for the Golden Dome defense system. This system, similar to Israel's Iron Dome, aims to detect and neutralize airborne threats. Concerns have been raised regarding its effectiveness and the potential escalation of nuclear threats.
- ▪The contract is part of President Trump's planned defense system.
- ▪SpaceX is already involved in developing other components of the Golden Dome.
- ▪The Space Force anticipates some operational capability for the system by the end of 2028.
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