President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating the immediate development of a U.S.-based Iron Dome missile defense system. Speaking at a Republican dinner in Florida, Trump emphasized the importance of safeguarding America with advanced, locally manufactured technology. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been tasked with overseeing the project as a top national priority. br br President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating the immediate development of a U.S.-based Iron Dome missile defense system. Speaking at a Republican dinner in Florida, Trump emphasized the importance of safeguarding America with advanced, locally manufactured technology. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been tasked with overseeing the project as a top national priority.br br ~HT.318~ED.