Trump-named warships could cost 50% more than current estimates
Why it matters: A jump of that size would add billions to a politically charged Navy program tied to the president’s branding push.
The cost of a planned class of warships bearing President Donald Trump’s name is likely to climb by 50% or more, The New York Times reported, raising the price tag on a high-profile Navy program. The increase would hit before the ships are built and could intensify scrutiny from lawmakers over procurement, budgeting and the use of a president’s name on military vessels. The report points to a substantially larger bill than current estimates, adding pressure on the Pentagon and Congress as they weigh funding and oversight for the project. The warships have become a flashpoint because the program blends defense spending with Trump’s political imprint.