Not to Worry, Only the President Can Launch Nukes, Pentagon Report Says
A Pentagon report emphasizes the President's exclusive authority to launch nuclear weapons, prompted by concerns during the Jan. 6 riot. The "nuclear football" system ensures only the President can authorize a strike.
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A Pentagon report highlighted that only the President has the authority to launch nuclear weapons. The report was prompted by concerns raised when the "nuclear football," containing launch codes, was near Jan. 6 rioters. This led to a review by the Defense Department's watchdog on potential interception scenarios. The "nuclear football" is a briefcase carried by military aides with the President, holding secret atomic war plans and codes. A backup "football" is also carried by an aide with the Vice President in case the President is unable to communicate nuclear attack orders to the Pentagon. This system ensures that only the President can authorize a nuclear strike. The report underscores the critical role and responsibility the President holds in decisions related to nuclear weapons.
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