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The 'Golden Dome' missile defense project proposed by President Donald Trump is under intense scrutiny from economic and scientific communities. Initial cost estimates of $175 billion have ballooned to a potential $4.4 trillion, with taxpayers possibly bearing the brunt over the next 20 years. The project would require over 1.2 million space-based interceptors to counter threats, but historical data shows that missile defense technology has struggled significantly, raising doubts about its feasibility.