Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down'
Summary
President Donald Trump denied reports that the United States is running low on weapons and said people leaking information about this are being pursued for serious punishment. The US military has used many missiles in ongoing conflicts but continues to produce and ship more as needed.Key Facts
- President Trump said the US has large amounts of munitions and is producing more when needed.
- Reports claim that the US used much of its long-range precision missile stockpile in conflicts, but this is not officially confirmed.
- Trump warned that people leaking sensitive information about weapons shortages could face long jail sentences.
- The Pentagon has limited access to information about its missile stockpiles under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- A security think tank estimated the US Patriot missile stock dropped from 2,330 to about 759-827 by late July.
- The US has also used about 60% of its THAAD missiles, which defend against attacks from high altitude.
- The US has supplied Ukraine with Patriot missiles but may be cautious to send more due to shrinking stocks.
- The administration requested $87 billion in funds to pay troops and quickly replenish weapons and equipment.
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