# U.S. Defense Budget

Trump’s 'Golden Dome': The Pentagon’s Strategic Pivot to Mass-Produced Laser Warfare

The Pentagon is shifting its laser weapon program from R&D to mass production, targeting a 2028 combat-ready demonstration as part of the 'Golden Dome' defense initiative. Supported by a tripled budget of $452 million, the move aims to provide a cost-effective, high-capacity alternative to traditional missile defense systems.