American military leaders have warned that nations are developing advanced missile technologies that outpace existing U.S. defenses.

China has voiced strong concerns about a new missile defense system planned by the Trump administration, called the “Golden Dome.” China Strongly Opposes U.S. Missile Defense Plans The Chinese government believes this U.

Orbiting in space, American satellites detect the bright flames. While the missile is still in its “boost” phase, one of a network of space-based interceptors fires down a laser, or alternative munition, to blow up the threat. America sleeps soundly, protected by its Golden Dome.