Trump says he wants to resume nuclear testing. Here's what that would mean
Summary
President Trump announced that the U.S. plans to restart nuclear weapons testing after decades. The tests would take place at the Nevada National Security Site, the only location in the U.S. equipped for such tests. Experts warn that resuming testing could destabilize global nuclear agreements and introduce various risks.Key Facts
- President Trump stated the U.S. will begin nuclear testing again.
- The Nevada National Security Site is the proposed location for these tests.
- The site covers about 1,300 square miles and is located northwest of Las Vegas.
- The last U.S. nuclear test occurred in 1992; other major powers also stopped testing in the 1990s.
- Underground testing minimizes atmospheric risks but still poses safety challenges like seismic activity.
- Experts say resuming testing could upset the nuclear balance and cause international concerns.
- Current safety checks on nuclear weapons rely on experiments and computer simulations instead of actual detonations.
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