Summary
President Donald Trump announced plans to build a new class of battleships named "Trump-class" to enhance the US Navy. These ships will include advanced technology like artificial intelligence and hypersonic missiles. Production is set to begin on the first two ships immediately, starting with one named the USS Defiant.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced "Trump-class" battleships, part of a plan for a "Golden Fleet."
- The battleships aim to be larger and more powerful than previous US warships.
- They will feature advanced technology such as AI, directed energy lasers, hypersonic missiles, and nuclear cruise missiles.
- Each ship will be roughly the size of the historic Iowa-class battleships but half the weight.
- The first two ships will begin production immediately, with plans for the USS Defiant as the initial ship.
- Trump mentioned the new ships would not target any specific country.
- He emphasized military strength by referencing historical US naval power, like the Great White Fleet.
- President Trump plans to address issues with defense contractors regarding production speed and cost.
