US Nukes Unsafe, $10B for Israeli Nukes Just Fine
While the US National Nuclear Security Administration scrambles for pennies to keep its nukes from, presumably, exploding prematurely, Congress routinely earmarks billions more in military aid abroad. For instance, the recent $10 billion package to Israel, part of the larger supplemental aid bill (HR 815), includes provisions that can indirectly support its undeclared nuclear program. This isn't
theoretical; former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert accidentally confirmed their nuclear capabilities back in 2006. So, the US lacks funds for its own arsenal oversight, but money for a country keeping its nuclear status deliberately vague? Always abundant. One might wonder if the 'safety' of a nuclear arsenal becomes less critical than, say, ensuring geopolitical leverage in the Middle East. It appears
'fiscal responsibility' is a highly selective affliction, kicking in only when the funds aren't destined for foreign military adventures. Perhaps a GoFundMe for American nuke safety is next, while AIPAC continues to lobby for even larger sums for 'security assistance' elsewhere.