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President Donald Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' missile defense system is facing critical analysis regarding its financial and technological viability. The project, initially estimated at $175 billion, could cost taxpayers up to $4.4 trillion over the next 20 years, which far exceeds the current physical cash available in the U.S. of approximately $2.43 trillion.

Space-based interceptors, vital for the system's effectiveness, are projected to require investments up to $6 trillion. To neutralize threats from major adversaries like Russia and China, the U.S. would need over 1.2 million interceptors. Historical data indicates significant challenges in missile interception, raising concerns about the project's practicality.