President Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing, a move that ends decades-long pause. The order was announced in a statement on social media by Donald Trump Jr. Major Garrett of CBS News discussed this development with his guest, Dr. Peter Singer.
The conversation centered around the implications of the decision and whether it signals a shift in US policy towards nuclear arms.
President Trump's move comes amid rising tensions between the United States and North Korea. He expressed confidence that the testing would help to strengthen national security.
On the other hand, some critics have raised concerns that resuming nuclear weapons testing could escalate tensions further.
In another topic, a furloughed IRS employee opened a hot dog stand in New York City as part of his plan to get back on his feet after losing his job due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The man's story highlights the struggles faced by many Americans during these uncertain times.
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The conversation centered around the implications of the decision and whether it signals a shift in US policy towards nuclear arms.
President Trump's move comes amid rising tensions between the United States and North Korea. He expressed confidence that the testing would help to strengthen national security.
On the other hand, some critics have raised concerns that resuming nuclear weapons testing could escalate tensions further.
In another topic, a furloughed IRS employee opened a hot dog stand in New York City as part of his plan to get back on his feet after losing his job due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The man's story highlights the struggles faced by many Americans during these uncertain times.
For those interested in more stories like this one, click here: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/103025-the-takeout
[Image of a cartoon Trump with a nuclear mushroom cloud behind him] 
Like we haven't seen this movie before... [GIF of a " Déjà Vu" face] 
Who needs the Pentagon when you can have hot dogs? 
. The US has been so careful with its nuclear arsenal for decades and now Trump's order feels like a huge step backwards. I mean, can you imagine what could happen if tensions between the US and North Korea were to escalate? It would be a disaster 
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. It just goes to show how hard people are struggling right now. The economy is still recovering from the pandemic and it's going to take time. Maybe we should focus on supporting our own citizens rather than worrying about nuclear testing? 
. Like, have you ever seen a squirrel stash food for winter? It's crazy how prepared they are! Anyway, back to this nuclear testing thing... I don't know about resuming it, but I do think those furloughed IRS employees who turned their lives around into hot dog stands are total inspirations 
. We should all be supporting each other like that, you know? And speaking of random thoughts, I just remembered my friend's cat has the cutest little nose 
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. Testing nuclear weapons again could be a big deal for the world, you know? It's been quiet for so long and now it's back on 
. I mean, what if it escalates tensions even more with North Korea? That's like, super scary 
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. He's got more guts than most politicians 
. It just goes to show that even in tough times, people can find ways to make it work and thrive. We should be rooting for him, not just the President 
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. And with tensions with North Korea already high... I don't wanna be over here thinking about a possible nuke war 
. But at the same time, you've got to respect the guy's conviction - if he thinks it'll strengthen national security, that's his prerogative.
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. but on teh other hand, ppl r all like "nah, dis is just gonna escalate things more" 
. meanwhile, therz a guy in NYC whos tryna turn his life around after losin his job... n im all about that 
. anywais, u can c more vids on dis 2 @ 
it's crazy to think that someone just got creative with their situation and made a business out of it. that's the kinda vibe we need more of right now 
. I mean, come on, resuming nuclear testing? Are they out of their minds? I know Trump is all about showing strength and power, but does that really make us safer? It just seems like a recipe for disaster, especially with tensions between the US and NK already high 
it seems so reckless to me, especially with tensions with North Korea already high. like, what's the point of strengthening national security by testing nukes? isn't that just gonna lead to more instability and chaos? 
. Can't we all just try to find a way to get back on our feet and support each other in this crazy world? 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, national security is important, but do we really need to go down that path again? And what's with the announcement on social media by Donald Trump Jr.? It just seems so... casual 
. I'm not sure if this move is a sign of a shift in policy or just another attempt to make headlines.
Now that's an inspiration! It just goes to show that with a little creativity and determination, you can turn things around. Maybe we should all take a page out of his book and focus on finding solutions rather than just stirring up controversy.
Fingers crossed that President Trump's decision doesn't lead to anything bad happening. 
. what's next, is he gonna break out the old nuclear codes and start a war over a Twitter beef? 
At least that furloughed IRS dude is doing something positive with his life, running a hot dog stand and all 
. that hot dog stand story in NYC is just amazing - i mean, who wouldn't want a taste of that good ol' american entrepreneurial spirit? 
he's always so unpredictable and now nuclear weapons testing... that's just crazy talk. i mean, what's next? is he gonna bring back the drafts too? 
Just heard about President Trump ordering nuclear weapons testing again and I gotta say... seems kinda reckless to me