SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, has denied reports that his rocket company is currently providing technology for the proposed ‘Golden Dome’ missile system for the United States government under President Donald Trump.
However, Musk stated that SpaceX would be open to assisting if suggested by President Trump.
Musk made the clarification after reports emerged online that SpaceX, in partnership with two other firms, was a front runner for a significant role in developing the Golden Dome missile defence shield, which is reportedly considered a key part of Trump’s national security vision.
In a post shared on social media platform X, on Thursday, Musk wrote: “SpaceX has not tried to bid for any contract in this regard.
“Our strong preference would be to stay focused on taking humanity to Mars.
“If the President asks us to help in this regard, we will do so, but I hope that other companies (not SpaceX) can do this.”
Meanwhile, the Golden Dome missile shield is a defence system intended to counter incoming threats, especially long-range missiles.
It is expected to function similarly to Israel’s Iron Dome, which is built to detect and intercept short-range rockets.
US: Elon Musk clears air on SpaceX building ‘Golden Dome’ defence system for Trump
