US expands Golden Dome cost estimate to $185 billion, enlists top defense firms

The US raises Golden Dome missile defense cost to $185 billion, with Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Northrop Grumman as prime contractors.

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The cost estimate for the Golden Dome missile defense shield has risen by $10 billion, reaching $185 billion. This increase is intended to accelerate key space-based capabilities. The program director announced the updated cost and schedule on Tuesday. Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Northrop Grumman have joined the program as prime contractors.

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The updated budget and addition of prime contractors reflect ongoing developments in the Golden Dome missile defense program.


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