Trump: US Holds Massive Ammunition Stockpiles, Will Prosecute Leakers

Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States holds “massive quantities” of ammunition, particularly of certain types, and emphasized that military production continues at a high pace to meet national requirements.

Defense Industry Expansion

Trump noted that defense industry firms are constructing the largest number of factories and facilities in U.S. history, underscoring that ammunition is being manufactured in large volumes and shipped into the country as needed.

Response to Information Leaks

He also threatened legal action against individuals he labeled “leakers” of this information, calling their statements “treasonous” and affirming that his administration would seek lengthy prison sentences for them.

Background on Reported Shortages

This statement follows U.S. media reports citing informed sources indicating that the U.S. military faces mounting pressure due to declining stockpiles of several strategic munitions after large-scale use during military operations against Iran.

THAAD and Patriot Depletion Levels

According to sources cited by CNN, approximately 80 percent of the inventory of THAAD interceptor missiles has been exhausted, while military officials have warned that U.S. Department of Defense—Pentagon—stockpiles of certain munitions have fallen to dangerously low levels.

Estimates indicate that U.S. forces consumed roughly four-fifths of their THAAD missile inventory and about half of their Patriot interceptor missiles compared to pre-war levels before the conflict with Iran began, raising concerns over the ability of the United States and its allies to respond to future missile threats.

Long-Range Weapon Use and Production Constraints

Reports further indicate that the U.S. military deployed large quantities of long-range weapons during the conflict, including Tomahawk cruise missiles and precision-strike systems, while the defense industrial base contends with challenges in rapidly replenishing inventories due to extended production cycles.

Replenishment Timeline Estimates

Specialized research centers estimate that it may take the United States several years to restore inventories of advanced systems—including THAAD and Patriot interceptors—to pre-war levels, despite Pentagon efforts to expand manufacturing capacity and increase output of interceptor missiles, according to the reports.

These developments coincide with ongoing internal discussions within the U.S. administration regarding potential military options, alongside warnings that ammunition shortfalls could affect Washington’s capacity to conduct prolonged operations or manage future military crises involving major powers.