The Pentagon is considering leasing parts of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California to commercial entities. The goal is to generate revenue that could fund President Trump's proposed missile defense system, known as the "Golden Dome." Camp Pendleton is a vast installation with diverse terrain and significant coastline, making it attractive for commercial development. Navy Secretary John Phelan recently toured the base to assess potential revenue-generating areas. While discussions are in early stages, a spokeswoman confirmed the evaluation of commercial leasing to maximize value and taxpayer dollars. The specifics of what would be leased and how much land remains unclear, but it's likely to involve multiple separate tracts rather than one large section. Officials emphasize that military readiness and mission capability would not be compromised. Camp Pendleton is home to significant Marine Corps units, including the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, and serves as a training hub. The potential commercial lease proceeds could contribute to the ambitious Golden Dome project, which aims to create a comprehensive missile defense shield. This multi-layered system, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, is estimated to cost $175 billion and has already received $25 billion for initial development.