Administration weigh resuming nuclear testing and new weapons
Memo circulated to the Nuclear Weapons Council urges testing to assess reliability without full tests and considers small or earth penetrating tests. It notes aging systems require refurbishment and cites Defense Authorization language pressuring labs to report on testing needs amid concerns about reliability and future requirements.
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