Trump Unveils New 'Trump-Class' Navy Battleships for Golden Fleet
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President Trump has announced plans to construct a new class of battleships, dubbed the 'Trump-Class,' as part of a larger initiative called the 'Golden Fleet.' Speaking at Mar-a-Lago, he claimed these ships would be the 'largest battleships in the history of the world,' with plans for the first ship, the USS Defiant, to feature advanced weaponry, including hypersonic missiles, nuclear-armed cruise missiles, rail guns, and high-powered lasers, according to NPR.
Trump stated that the Navy would lead the design efforts, with construction expected to begin in the early 2030s, and he aims to ultimately produce between 20 and 25 such vessels (CBS News, NBC News). Navy Secretary John Phelan emphasized the battleship's role in modern naval warfare, describing it as a generational investment (CBS News, New York Times).
This announcement comes at a time when the Navy is facing challenges with its existing fleet, and while Trump insists the ships are not targeted at any specific adversary, he highlights the need for military readiness (NPR, Breitbart News).