Tue, December 17, 2024

Space Force must grow to counter China and Russia, lawmaker says

The article from MSN discusses a call by Representative Mike Rogers, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, for the expansion of the U.S. Space Force to counter the growing space capabilities of China and Russia. Rogers emphasized the need for the Space Force to evolve into a more comprehensive military branch, highlighting the strategic importance of space in modern warfare. He pointed out that both China and Russia are developing capabilities to challenge U.S. dominance in space, including anti-satellite weapons and other space-based technologies. Rogers argues that without significant investment and growth, the U.S. risks losing its strategic advantage in space, which is crucial for national security, intelligence, and military operations. He advocates for increased funding, personnel, and technological development to ensure the Space Force can effectively deter and, if necessary, engage in space warfare.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/space-force-must-grow-to-counter-china-and-russia-lawmaker-says/ar-AA1w2YuG ]