Hurricane Melissa’s Devastation Exposes Preparedness Failures and the Cost of Ignoring National Security
Hurricane Melissa, a historic Category 5 storm, has laid bare the urgent need for American leadership that prioritizes national security and disaster readiness amid climate threats. As it tears through the Caribbean, policymakers must face the consequences of ignoring rapid intensification fueled by warming oceans.
By Economics Desk | October 28, 2025