Matt Williams
Jul 13, 2023

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You do know there isn’t an actual literal “button” right? Authorizing a nuclear strike is a process, and involves him transmitting the codes for launch via a nuclear briefcase to the General Staff. At any juncture, they can shut it down and remove him.

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Matt Williams
Matt Williams

Written by Matt Williams

Space/astronomy journalist for Universe Today, SF author, and all around family man!

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