President Trump announced his desire for a missile-defense system protecting the U.S., labeling it a “Golden Dome.” Trump has ...

President Trump has proposed a 'golden dome' missile defense shield, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, to protect the US from ...

Israel's Iron Dome air defense system intercepts rockets launched from Gaza on Oct. 11, 2023. (Bashar Taleb/AFP via Getty Images) In a bit of verbal alchemy, the Pentagon is turning iron into gold.

"Iron Dome for America" alluded to Israel's Iron Dome system, a defense against short-range rockets and missiles. Jennifer Hlad and Bradley Peniston contributed to this report.