Our antiquated nuclear deterrent is a relic of the Cold War, with systems desperately in need of replacement.


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-12-30 00:28:00">December 30, 2024 at 12:28 AM EST</time>

Our antiquated nuclear deterrent is a relic of the Cold War, with systems desperately in need of replacement.{ai:summary}<p>The current nuclear deterrent is outdated and reflects Cold War-era technology. There is an urgent need for modernization and replacement of these systems to ensure national security.</p><p>#military</p>

Peters: The US nuclear infrastructure is crumbling

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