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Trump-Class Battleship Could Cost $21 Billion

January 16, 2026

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Key Takeaways

The first Trump-class battleship could cost up to $21 billion.
Cost estimates range from $14.3 billion to $20.6 billion.
Follow-on ships could cost $9 billion to $13 billion each.
Delays until 2030 could increase costs to $21.6 billion.

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Strategic Implications

The estimated cost of the Trump-class battleship may indicate significant investment in naval power, which could impact the Navy's budget and procurement priorities. The potential for cost increases due to workforce challenges and supply chain issues suggests that the program's success may depend on effective management and planning.

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What Happened

Navy Shipbuilding Program Faces Uncertainty And Rising Costs

The Congressional Budget Office has estimated that the first Trump-class battleship could cost up to $21 billion, with follow-on ships potentially costing $9 billion to $13 billion each. The cost estimates vary depending on the ship’s displacement and design, and could be influenced by factors such as modern shipbuilding techniques and the composition of the ship. The Navy’s plans to build new battleships as part of the ‘Golden Fleet’ concept are still in development, with many details yet to be decided. This was reported by Breaking Defense.

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