Event Brief
US nuclear weapons production ramps to Cold War levels
Filed: May 14, 2026 at 12:03 PM ET
Summary: Energy Secretary Chris Wright says the US is producing nuclear weapons at Cold War levels due to China and Iran threats.
WHO: Energy Secretary Chris Wright
WHAT: Increase in US nuclear weapons production to Cold War levels
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 11:51 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Threats from China and Iran.
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