Summary
President Donald Trump announced a new class of naval battleships named after himself, claiming they are much more powerful than previous vessels. These Trump-class ships will feature advanced weapons and technology, such as hypersonic missiles and high-powered lasers, and are planned to be operational by the early 2030s. The U.S. Navy will purchase up to 25 ships to enhance its fleet.
Key Facts
- President Trump has introduced a new class of battleships called Trump-class.
- These ships are described as significantly more advanced than earlier battleships.
- The Trump-class ships will include advanced weapon systems like hypersonic missiles and high-powered lasers.
- The U.S. Navy plans to acquire up to 25 of these ships.
- The first Trump-class ship, named USS Defiant, is set to be built in the early 2030s.
- The new ships are claimed to be capable of striking targets 80 times further than current ships.
- The U.S. Navy faces challenges with shipbuilding delays and costs.
- China currently has the largest navy by the number of ships, and Russia focuses on stealthy submarines.
