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AMERICA FIRST DEFENSE: Trump's Military Buildup SURGES As Hypersonic Weapons Close Gap With Russia

Gary FranchiJanuary 12, 2026236 views
AMERICA FIRST DEFENSE: Trump's Military Buildup SURGES As Hypersonic Weapons Close Gap With Russia
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President Trump's commitment to rebuilding America's military dominance is paying dividends as defense companies race to deliver game-changing hypersonic weapons that will restore our nation's technological edge over adversaries like Russia and China.

California-based defense startup Castelion is experiencing unprecedented demand from the U.S. military for its Blackbeard hypersonic strike weapon, with company executives describing the urgency as 'extraordinary' – a stark contrast to the sluggish defense procurement under the previous Biden regime.

While Russia continues deploying hypersonic missiles against Ukrainian infrastructure, showcasing capabilities that caught America flat-footed during the Obama-Biden years, the Trump administration's focus on 'peace through strength' is rapidly closing that dangerous gap.

SpaceX-Style Innovation Meets National Defense

Castelion's approach mirrors the revolutionary efficiency that Elon Musk brought to space exploration – mass production, rapid iteration, and cutting-edge technology without the bureaucratic bloat that has plagued traditional defense contractors for decades.

This is exactly what happens when you put America First patriots in charge instead of globalist bureaucrats who spent years weakening our military while enriching our enemies. The Trump-Vance administration understands that deterrence only works when America possesses overwhelming superiority.

'The military's demand for our capabilities is unprecedented. The urgency is extraordinary,' a Castelion executive noted, highlighting how seriously the Pentagon is taking hypersonic threats under Trump's leadership.

Unlike the previous administration's focus on woke military policies and climate change initiatives, President Trump has laser-focused the Pentagon on what matters: giving our warriors the tools they need to defend America and deter aggression.

Restoring American Dominance

This hypersonic surge represents more than just new weapons – it's proof that American innovation thrives when freed from regulatory chains and led by commanders who prioritize victory over political correctness.

As Russia and China watch nervously, one thing is becoming crystal clear: America is back, our military is stronger than ever, and President Trump's promise to achieve peace through overwhelming strength is becoming reality. The question isn't whether we'll dominate the hypersonic battlefield – it's how quickly our enemies will realize they can't keep up.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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PatriotMike47Verifiedjust now
Finally! We've been falling behind Russia and China for too long while wasting money on foreign wars. America needs to be the dominant military power again.
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VeteranDadVerifiedjust now
Exactly right Mike. My son just enlisted and I want him serving in the world's strongest military, not playing catch-up.
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AmericaStrong2024Verifiedjust now
This is what real leadership looks like! Peace through strength has always worked. My grandfather served in WWII and he always said America is safest when we're the strongest kid on the block.
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OldSoldierVerifiedjust now
Your grandfather was a wise man. That generation understood what it takes to keep freedom alive.
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TechWarrior88Verifiedjust now
Does anyone know the timeline for getting these hypersonic systems fully operational? The article mentions closing the gap but I'd like to see some specifics on deployment dates.