Trump Declares U.S. Will Restart Nuclear Tests to Match Global Powers

Trump Declares U.S. Will Restart Nuclear Tests to Match Global Powers

President Donald Trump announced plans for the United States to resume nuclear weapons testing, saying the country must act on the same level as other nations advancing their arsenals.

In remarks delivered at the White House, President Trump said that renewed nuclear testing is essential to keep America’s defense capabilities strong and technologically current.

He explained that while other countries have pressed forward with such trials, the United States has shown restraint for too long, creating an uneven security landscape.

Trump indicated that future tests would follow strict safety and environmental protocols, underscoring that the decision aligns with national defense priorities.

Defense leaders have been directed to review existing test facilities and ensure readiness for potential operations.

The announcement has elicited mixed reactions in Washington. Supporters view the policy shift as a necessary step to reinforce deterrence, while critics caution that it could reverse decades of arms control progress and trigger tension among nuclear-armed states.