Trump Denies Ammunition Shortages, Threatens Leakers

U.S. President Donald Trump forcefully rejected media reports alleging a shortage of American ammunition, stating on his "Truth Social" platform that the United States possesses "tremendous quantities of ammunition, especially of certain types."

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the United States has tremendous quantities of ammunition, especially of certain types.

Trump further asserted that large quantities are being manufactured and shipped to the U.S., with defense companies building more factories than at any point in the nation's history. He expressed anger over what he called "treasonous" leaks to the press, threatening that those responsible would be hunted and face lengthy prison sentences.

This strong denial comes after reports from The Washington Post and CNN. The Washington Post cited two unnamed sources claiming Trump demanded an explanation from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about ammunition shortages during a meeting at Camp David, believing the issue was "already solved." CNN reported that a lack of long-range missiles and interceptors has impacted Trump's strategy in the conflict with Iran, with U.S. forces allegedly having "used up nearly 80 percent" of THAAD interceptor missile stocks.

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Large quantities are also being produced and sent to the U.S. as needed. Defense companies are building the most factories and companies in the history of our country.

The White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt, dismissed the report about the Camp David conversation as a "lie," stating she was present with Trump and Hegseth and that it "simply never happened." Sean Parnell, a senior Pentagon spokesperson, echoed this sentiment, calling reports of disagreements and weapon shortages "equally fictitious."

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these treasonous statements leakers are being hunted and they will be sought for long prison terms.

Trump has recently reiterated claims that Tehran seeks a deal with the U.S. to end the war, a notion that Iran's Foreign Ministry denied this week, stating no negotiations are underway with Washington.

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This is a lie! I was at Camp David with President Trump and Secretary Hegseth. This simply never happened.