Trump Demands More Tomahawks Amid Ukraine Aid Talks
Newsweek reports Donald Trump believes the US 'needs' more Tomahawk cruise missiles, a statement dropped casually during ongoing discussions about military aid to Ukraine. This isn't just about Ukraine; it's about the relentless drumbeat for an ever-larger military-industrial complex, irrespective of actual defense needs. For context, the US already possesses thousands of these highly capable,
long-range missiles, many costing upwards of $2 million each. We're not short on firepower; we're short on priorities. Instead of questioning why the world's largest military budget still feels inadequate, the media frames concerns around inventory. Perhaps a better question is: who benefits from continually escalating demand for these incredibly expensive weapons? (Hint: check Raytheon's stock
prices. You won't find Raytheon donating to food banks.) It’s a classic move: divert attention from diplomatic solutions by doubling down on military expansion, then frame it as necessity.