Inside America's Push to Replace Minuteman III with Sentinel
TL;DR
CBS News provides an exclusive look at the modernization of the U.S. nuclear arsenal, moving from aging Minuteman III missiles to the newer Sentinel system. The tour covers decommissioned silos, the large-scale build-out of hundreds of new launch facilities, a roughly $141 billion price tag, and the aim of faster, safer, and more capable deterrence, all while maintaining readiness during the transition.
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