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Russia Today
3 days ago
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- Russia Today
US on track for biggest nuclear arms spending hike since Cold War
The White House has proposed a spending increase on nuclear bomb development unseen since the Cold War, the Los Alamos Study Group has claimed. The nuclear disarmament activist group based its conclusions on a technical supplement to the budget for the next fiscal year, as well as congressional testimonies by several senior officials released late last month. In a press release on Wednesday, the group estimated that President Donald Trump's administration is seeking $4.782 billion for the 'Weapons Activities' portion of the National Nuclear Security Administration's (NNSA's) budget. The latter is the primary source of funds for the development, construction, and modernization of US nuclear warheads and bombs. According to the activists, an additional $1.884 billion was allocated to the NNSA in the fiscal year 2025 to cover the damages caused to its installations by two hurricanes. However, this sum, which apparently has yet to be expended, was not tallied in the budget details under consideration. The Los Alamos Study Group claimed that if this emergency funding is left out, the warhead budget proposed by the White House for 2026 would represent a 25% year-on-year increase – the largest hike since the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. If the $1.884 billion in question is included, the year-on-year increase would stand at 17% – a level unseen since 1982. The proposed spending hike is expected to be put to a vote in Congress later this year. In mid-May, US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright announced that NNSA had completed the manufacture of the first B61-13 gravity bomb, roughly a year ahead of schedule. It is the latest modification to the B61 family of nuclear bombs, which is the longest-serving among the key elements of the US nuclear triad's air component. It has been in production since 1968. The warhead is fitted with newer electronics and control features such as a tail kit, which effectively turns it into a guided munition. Its maximum yield is said to be approximately 360 kilotons – 24 times that of the bomb dropped by the US on Hiroshima. If and when commissioned, the B61-13 will emerge as among the most powerful nuclear gravity bomb in the US arsenal. Several media outlets, citing unnamed officials, previously reported that its destructive force would make it the weapon of choice for targeting underground command and control facilities. Meanwhile, six more new modifications of the B61 bomb family are currently being developed.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Albuquerque nonprofit hit by vandalism for fourth time
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A vandal has once again torn down a yard sign at a non-profit located in Albuquerque. The Los Alamos Study Group, which promotes nuclear disarmament and environmental protections, said this is the fourth incident. Construction continues on Albuquerque Fire Rescue's newest station A man can be seen in the video flipping off the security camera before cutting up the sign and taking off with it. The sign, which has been repeatedly torn down, reads 'peace, not war' and shows President Donald Trump shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In KRQE News 13's past coverage, the group's founders said they hope this unfortunate incident can spark a conversation in the community about their mission and also tolerance of other's opinions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Sign showing President Trump and Vladimir Putin stolen from home in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With tensions on the rise across the county over the political climate, many have exercised their freedom of speech by placing signs on their doorstep. Now, one northeast Albuquerque family says they've become a victim for expressing their opinion after they were targeted by vandals. They are now asking for the public's help to stop this from happening again. Story continues below Albuquerque: Family speaks following lawsuit settlement for man shot by police Don't Miss: Officials to give update on deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife Politics: Three candidates have announced campaigns for Albuquerque mayor 'It's upsetting. It's costly a little bit, for sure,' said Greg Mello, Los Alamos Study Group. It was supposed to be a way to open the door for conversation. 'By and large, the response has been very positive,' said Greg Mello. Greg and Trish Mello founded the Los Alamos Study Group, which is a non-profit group dedicated to nuclear de-proliferation. Over the years, the couple has placed a number of different signs in their front yard, all on current events. 'We've got to set priorities differently than we have, and that's why we put these signs up,' said Greg Mello. This latest sign, a photo of President Donald Trump shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the words 'peace, not war', was cut down and stolen. 'When you have someone come in with that violence, that violence that cutting it down or removing it and just taking it off and throwing it away, if you disagree with us, that's your business, and you could at least talk to us,' said Trish Mello. The vandalism happened two more times after they put up new signs. They are now on sign number four. The couple told KRQE News 13 they just want to practice their freedom of speech and for the vandals to stop. 'It is also an opportunity to have this conversation today and hopefully others with neighbors and other people, and I'm hoping that we can make lemonade out of this lemon.' Anyone with information is asked to contact the couple, the phone number is 505-577-8563. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
