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Pentagon Air Defense Program Faces Congressional Scrutiny Over Funding
The Golden Dome air and missile defense program is at the center of a cost dispute between the Pentagon and independent analysts, with estimates ranging from $185 billion to $1.2 trillion over 20 years. The program, introduced via Executive Order 14186, aims to protect the U.S. from aerial attacks and is a key component of national security spending. However, the administration’s compressed operational timeline and incomplete disclosure of system requirements have raised concerns among lawmakers, who are seeking greater transparency and oversight. This article was first reported by Legis1.