What Happened
Trump Administration Omits Proliferation From Defense Strategy
The Trump administration’s latest National Defense Strategy has once again failed to address the spread of nuclear weapons, a trend that has been ongoing for 16 years. This omission is concerning, as the US has historically maintained tough nonproliferation policies. The current approach has led to inconsistent policies, with some arguing that more nuclear weapons in allies’ hands could be beneficial. However, experts warn that this approach is misguided and could lead to increased risks of nuclear conflicts. According to Breaking Defense, the US needs to develop a comprehensive nonproliferation policy to address these concerns.