SpaceX Involvement in 'Golden Dome' Project Revealed

washington - SpaceX potentially key player in Trump's futuristic missile defense system 'Golden Dome'. Criticism and billions at stake in the US space rearmament initiative.

SpaceX's Role in 'Golden Dome' Project

SpaceX, Elon Musk's aerospace company, may have a crucial role in President Trump's 'Golden Dome' project, a global missile defense shield intercepting hostile missiles from space, as reported by Reuters.

Trump's Missile Defense Initiative

• Trump's executive order highlights rocket attacks as the most catastrophic threat to the US.
• 'Golden Dome' aims to protect the country from attacks by countries like North Korea, Iran, Russia, and China.

Futuristic Defense System

The plan involves a worldwide network of hundreds to thousands of defense satellites to quickly detect and eliminate missile threats.

Financial Opportunities and Criticisms

Tech companies like SpaceX stand to gain billions in this new phase of US rearmament. However, the project faces criticism for space militarization and Silicon Valley's increasing influence in defense matters.