Space Force general: ‘Golden Dome’ missile shield requires Manhattan Project-scale effort
by Sandra Erwin
March 5, 2025
WASHINGTON — A missile-defense initiative launched by President Donald Trump to protect the U.S. homeland will require a whole-of-government effort comparable to the Manhattan Project, according to a senior Space Force official.
Gen. Michael Guetlein, vice chief of space operations of the U.S. Space Force, said the ambitious project known as Golden Dome represents a significant challenge that demands unprecedented collaboration across defense and intelligence agencies.
“We are in full planning mode,” Guetlein said March 5 at the National Security Innovation Base Summit hosted by the Ronald Reagan Institute. “We owe an answer back to the White House by the end of the month on what our thoughts are.”
Golden Dome would be a comprehensive shield to protect the U.S. from an array of threats, including ballistic, hypersonic, and advanced cruise missiles. The system’s core components would include space-based sensors and missile interceptors, leveraging orbital vantage points for early detection and rapid response. Additionally, terrestrial and maritime platforms would provide layered defense, complemented by advanced communication networks to ensure seamless data-sharing and swift decision-making.
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