New START must not be extended. As a defense of our sovereignty and security, we cannot afford to let this flawed treaty continue to tie our hands while adversaries like Russia and China expand their nuclear arsenals unfettered.
This treaty is a relic of a bygone era, one that was framed under the misguided belief that arms control would ensure peace. It has utterly failed to adapt to the evolving geopolitical landscape. Today, Russia is not just violating compliance; it is actively modernizing its military capabilities and testing the limits of our resolve.
Let’s be clear: extending New START would be surrendering our strategic advantage. Our primary focus should be strengthening our defenses, not locking ourselves into a stagnant agreement that does nothing to address the growing threat of nuclear proliferation from our enemies.
We must take a strong stance. Instead of negotiating life support for a failed treaty, the United States must lead with strength and clarity. The era of appeasement is over. It’s time to prioritize our national security and assertively advocate for treaties that actually reflect the current global reality. The people deserve nothing less.
