What Happened
Congressional Oversight Required For Tactical Nuclear Shift
The Pentagon is developing a new nuclear doctrine that places greater emphasis on shorter-range, lower-yield tactical nuclear weapons, according to reports. This shift in strategy is intended to address a perceived credibility gap in America’s deterrent, but it has sparked concerns among critics who warn of the risks of limited nuclear use. The new doctrine is still in the drafting stage, but it has already sparked debate and discussion among experts and policymakers. The development was first reported by NBC News and has been broadly confirmed by Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby, as noted in The Hill.