Shield or Sword: The Misguided Defense of America's Missile Arsenal The notion that a robust missile defense system can safeguard the United States from Chinese and Russian threats has been a dominant strategy in Washington for years.
However, experts warn that this approach may not only fail to achieve its intended goal but also inadvertently fuel an arms race that leaves America more vulnerable.
At the heart of the issue lies a fundamental flaw in the thinking behind missile defense: overestimating its effectiveness.