“Some in the U.S. government seem to be a bit cautious,” Mr. Lee said. “We suspect that this may have to do with concern about nuclear armament. But we make our position clear: We have no intention of arming ourselves with nuclear weapons. It’s realistically impossible.”

"We count among our many allies and partners dozens of wealthy, sophisticated nations that must assume primary responsibility for their regions and contribute far more to our collective defense."

"We want the world’s most robust, credible, and modern nuclear deterrent, plus next-generation missile defenses—including a Golden Dome for the American homeland—to protect the American people, American assets overseas, and American allies."