Markey Warns Trump: Nuclear Test Restart Could Escalate Arms Race

Democratic Senator Edward Markey urges President Trump not to resume nuclear weapons testing, warning of a dangerous arms race with Russia and China. Trump announces plans to restart testing after a 33-year hiatus, citing other countries programs. Markey warns that even one U.S. test could prompt larger, more threatening tests from Russia and China. Putin orders officials to draft nuclear test proposals in response to Trumps statements. Markey requests evidence of secret tests by Russia and China by December 15th and questions Trumps understanding of missile vs. nuclear explosive tests. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.