Event Brief
Pentagon official says Golden Dome targets hypersonic threats
Filed: Apr 27, 2026 at 8:06 PM ET
Summary: A Pentagon official told Congress the Golden Dome missile shield is meant to counter hypersonic weapons and cruise missiles.
WHO: Marc Berkowitz
WHAT: Told a Senate hearing the Golden Dome missile shield is meant to counter hypersonic weapons and cruise missiles
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 7:28 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To strengthen deterrence by denying adversaries their objectives through coercion or aggression.
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