Trump Proposes New “Golden Fleet” to Strengthen US Navy Against China

U.S. President Donald Trump intends to create a new fleet of warships to counter China and other threats in the modern world.

According to several former and current American officials, senior White House and Navy officials are considering replacing the current fleet composition with a new “Golden Fleet” that would better meet the challenges posed by China and other potential threats.

Sources say that Trump, who previously criticized the appearance of the United States’ modern ships, is participating in discussions of these plans and has already had several conversations with Navy officials about future vessels.

Navy officials dubbed the initiative the “Golden Fleet,” continuing to develop the idea that it creates other “Golden” Trump projects, such as the “Golden Dome” missile defense system and the “Golden Card” immigration program.

According to preliminary data, the new fleet would combine several large warships with more powerful long-range missiles and a smaller fleet, including corvettes, to boost mobility and responsiveness.

Current Status and Technological Prospects

As of today, the U.S. Navy’s fleet comprises about 287 ships, including destroyers, cruisers, aircraft carriers, amphibious ships, and submarines.

At the same time, work continues on a new class of frigates. According to sources, the White House and the Pentagon are in early talks about creating a next-generation armored ship that could weigh between 15,000 and 20,000 tons and carry more powerful weapons, including potentially hypersonic missiles, in greater numbers than modern destroyers and cruisers.

Experts are divided on the need for ultra-large warships to counter China, but agree that long-range missiles remain the key to maintaining an edge in the Pacific.

China is rapidly building new military ships and upgrading existing ones, while American military officials emphasize the need for long-range missiles to overcome China’s sprawling air defense.

In the global defense context, the United States seeks to preserve its technological edge in the maritime domain and strengthen its ability to control the Pacific Ocean.