April 11, 2019

Defense Leaders: Space Force Would Build, Accelerate American Space Capabilities

WASHINGTON — A United States Space Force would build on and accelerate the advantage the U.S. Air Force has given the American military in space, Acting Defense Secretary Patrick M. Shanahan told the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Aug. 10, 2018

Proposed Space Force to Protect, Expand U.S. Cosmic Capabilities

WASHINGTON — The proposal to form the U.S. Space Force is rooted in protecting America’s advantages in space and in ensuring such advantages continue, Deputy Defense Secretary Patrick M. Shanahan said during a roundtable discussion with reporters at the Pentagon.