What Happened
State Hosts Forum On National Defense Strategy And Nuclear Capabilities
State leaders gathered in Medora, North Dakota, for the first session of the Carry a Big Stick Defense Forum, discussing the nation’s military policy and strategy. The event highlighted North Dakota’s role in the nation’s military footprint, with a focus on applying Theodore Roosevelt’s defense philosophies to modern warfare. A key topic of discussion was the Golden Dome missile defense initiative, which relies heavily on North Dakota military installations. According to KFYR, Grand Forks Air Force Base is expected to play a crucial role in the initiative.