The Iron Dome for America: A Long Overdue Shield

During his campaign, President Donald Trump promised to seek a state-of-the-art defense shield he called, "The greatest dome of all."

By    |   Wednesday, 05 February 2025 07:15 AM EST ET

The United States has long been a global leader in defense innovation, championing systems that protect allies and deter adversaries. One example is the Iron Dome, a missile defense system that the U.S. funded and provided to Israel.

While this system has proved its worth by saving countless lives in Israel, it raises an unsettling question: Why doesn't the United States have a similar missile defense shield to protect its own homeland?

Jerry McGlothlin

Jerry McGlothlin is a writer, media consultant, and CEO of Special Guests Publicity, a firm specializing in booking guests on major media platforms. With decades of experience in communications, he focuses on exploring political and societal issues from a conservative perspective.

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