A Congressional Budget Office estimate, cited by a Bloomberg correspondent, projects that President Trump's proposed fleet of nuclear-powered Trump-class battleships could cost up to $275 billion over 30 years. The first ship alone is pegged at roughly $23 billion, making it the most expensive US warship ever, with subsequent ships costing approximately $18 billion each.
The Congressional Budget Office's estimate, reported by a Bloomberg correspondent Wednesday evening, outlines the projected cost of President Trump's proposed Trump-class battleship fleet over a 30-year period. The first ship, at $23 billion, would become the single most expensive warship ever built by the United States, while follow-on vessels in the fleet carry an $18 billion price tag each. The total fleet cost of up to $275 billion includes development, construction, and long-term sustainment. No timeline for the start of construction or formal appropriation request has been announced. The estimate comes amid broader debate over US defense spending priorities, including ongoing operations in the Middle East.
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