Tag: space_force
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Media Monitor: Space Force Budget Impasse, Space Weapons and Tracking Programs Dominate Breaking Defense Coverage
Breaking Defense reports a budget impasse threatens one in 10 Space Force programs, while officials confirm space control weapons on orbit and address delays in orbital tracking efforts.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyEurope Breaking DefenseSpace ForceDoug SchiessTroy MeinkSpace Development Agencyspace domain awarenessLeoLabsBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Roundup Covers Saudi F-35 Sale, Space Force Tracking Prototypes and German F-35 Rollout
Breaking Defense reports the U.S. cleared a $24 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, the Space Force will prototype software fusing commercial and military space tracking data, and Germany's first F-35 rolled off the line.
Science & TechnologyBusinessWorldMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceTradeEuropeMiddle East Breaking DefenseF-35 saleSaudi ArabiaSpace ForceGermanyLockheed MartinNorthrop GrummanBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: CBO Puts Iran War Costs at $38B Plus $2-3B Monthly
Breaking Defense reports the Congressional Budget Office pegs Iran war costs at $38 billion with $2-3 billion in monthly spending ahead, while Anduril and the Space Force warn budget delays threaten programs.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictMilitaryFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyAstronomy and Space Iran warCongressional Budget Officedefense spendingAndurilCollaborative Combat AircraftSpace ForceDoug SchiessBreaking Defense
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Media Monitor: Space Force Names GMTI Program, SDA Falls Behind on Orbital Mesh Network
Breaking Defense reports from AFA 2026 that the Space Force's GMTI program has a new name with Northrop as prime, while SDA admits it missed its orbital network deadline.
Science & TechnologyBusinessMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceComputers and InternetTrade Breaking DefenseSpace ForceGMTINorthrop GrummanSpace Development AgencyAFA 2026counter-UASBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: Space Force Budget Impasse, Pratt-Hermeus Engine Deal Top AFA 2026 Coverage
Breaking Defense reports from the Air, Space & Cyber Conference that a budget impasse threatens Space Force programs, while Pratt licenses Hermeus to build F100 engines.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMilitaryUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentTradeArtificial Intelligence Breaking DefenseAir Space & Cyber ConferenceSpace ForceDoug SchiessPratt & WhitneyHermeusAndurilBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: Pentagon Confirms Weapons in Orbit as China Warns of Space Arms Race
The Rundown reports the U.S. military has acknowledged on-orbit space control weapons for the first time, while UCSF unveils a brain implant that turns thoughts into digital avatars.
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Media Monitor: Space Force Has 'Space Control Weapons' on Orbit, Air Force Secretary Reveals
Breaking Defense reports from the Air, Space & Cyber Conference, where the Air Force secretary disclosed on-orbit space control weapons and AFSOC pushed for a new Leidos cruise missile.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports Space Force Has 'Space Control Weapons' on Orbit
Breaking Defense reports the Air Force secretary revealed Space Force has space control weapons on orbit, plus Navy nomination news, USS Ford maintenance plans and new drone programs.
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Media Monitor: Space Force Picks Texas for DARC Radar Site; UK Unveils $10.6B Space Plan
Breaking Defense reports the Space Force chose Texas as the US home for the trinational DARC space radar network, while the UK detailed a four-year, $10.6 billion space spending plan.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceFederal GovernmentWhite HouseDefense Industry Space ForceDARC space radar networkTexasUnited Kingdom space spendingGolden Domespace launchmissile defenseBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Air Defense Gaps, Canada-Ukraine Defense Deal, DARC Radar Site
Breaking Defense reports gaps in US air-and-missile defense exposed by the Iran conflict, a Canada-Ukraine defense production partnership, and Texas as the US home for the DARC space radar network.
Science & TechnologyBusinessWorldMilitaryAsiaEuropeArtificial IntelligenceAstronomy and SpaceTrade Breaking Defenseair-and-missile defenseIran conflictCanada-Ukraine partnershipDARC space radar networkSpace ForceNGC2Breaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Space Force Integration Challenges, Ursa Major IPO, White House Tech Priorities
Breaking Defense reports the Space Force faces challenges integrating commercial space data. It also covers Ursa Major's $2.3 billion IPO and a new White House strategy prioritizing military tech like AI and space.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceArtificial Intelligence Space ForceCommercial Space DataUrsa MajorHypersonicsWhite House StrategyMilitary TechnologyBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on Space Force funding concerns and congressional action
Breaking Defense reports Space Force Gen. Michael Guetlein warned that the "Golden Dome" program faces cessation without continued funding, as Congress works to pass a stopgap bill before the fiscal year ends.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Military Funding, New Tech, and Space Threats
Breaking Defense reports on Space Force funding concerns, new Army contracts, and the acquisition of Resonant Sciences by Joby Aviation, alongside discussions on space weapons and missile defense strategies.
Science & TechnologyBusinessConflictPolitics and GovernmentMilitaryFederal GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceEconomySocial Issues Military FundingSpace ForceArmy ProgramsMissile DefenseCybersecurityDefense TechnologyJoby AviationBreaking Defense Daily
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Rocket Lab Achieves Record Q2 2026 Results, Expands Capabilities with Iridium Acquisition and New Launch Technologies
Rocket Lab reports record Q2 2026 revenue and backlog, announces strategic Iridium acquisition, new GHOST deployable launch sites, and a Neutron deal with Kepler Communications, solidifying its space industry position.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsAstronomy and SpaceFederal GovernmentMilitary Rocket LabFinancial ResultsIridiumGHOSTNeutronSpace ForceSatellite CommunicationsNew Zealand
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense covers Space Force tech, new frigate, defense funding, and RIMPAC innovations
Breaking Defense reports on Space Force satellite laser link tests, Rheinmetall's new frigate, Senate funding decisions, and Northrop Grumman's missile production deal, alongside RIMPAC tech experiments.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyConflictWorldFederal GovernmentMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceMiddle EastEurope Space ForceMissile DefenseRheinmetallNaval WarfareSenate FundingNorthrop GrummanRIMPAC ExerciseBreaking Defense Daily
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Secretary Hegseth Announces Key General Officer Nominations
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced presidential nominations for six general officers across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force. These appointments include promotions and new leadership roles in key commands and offices.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on Space Force training, M-code GPS, and Pentagon confirmations
Breaking Defense reports on Space Force's new $981 million training pool, M-code GPS receiver tests, and a $1.6 billion SpaceX contract for satellite launches, alongside Senate progress on Pentagon official confirmations.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyAstronomy and SpaceMilitaryArtificial Intelligence Space ForceMilitary TrainingGPS TechnologySpaceXPentagon ConfirmationsBallistic Missile DefenseRaytheonBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on Space Force training, F-35 crash, and B-52 upgrades
Breaking Defense reports on the Space Force's new $981 million training fund, a Marine Corps F-35 crash in California, and cost risks for B-52 upgrades, among other defense news.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Major Defense Contracts, Ukraine Aid, and Space Force Launches
Breaking Defense is reporting on significant defense contracts, including $76.6 billion for Navy submarines and $59 billion for Army's Lockheed PAC-3. It also covers SpaceX's $1.6 billion Space Force contract and new Ukraine-NATO drone funding.
BusinessScience & TechnologyConflictWorldFederal GovernmentMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceComputers and Internet Defense ContractsSubmarinesSpace ForceUkraine WarDrone CountermeasuresAUKUSPatriot MissilesBreaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Space Force Funding, FCC Satellite Streamlining, and Raytheon's Interceptor Development
Breaking Defense reports the Space Force is set for a major increase in launches with an extra $11 billion. The FCC also streamlined satellite spectrum licenses, while Raytheon develops next-generation missile interceptors.
ConflictScience & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentAstronomy and SpaceMilitaryFederal GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceEconomy Space ForceFCCRaytheonSatellite SpectrumBallistic MissilesSpace LaunchesDefense IndustryBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Defense Developments Span Congress, Airshows, Supply Chains and Space
Breaking Defense reports on the House passing the 2027 NDAA, new drones at Farnborough Airshow, Abrams engine supply chain efforts, and increased Space Force funding.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentConflictFederal GovernmentMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceEconomyGeneral Politics National Defense Authorization ActFarnborough AirshowCollaborative Combat AircraftAbrams TankSpace ForceUkraineDefense TechnologyBreaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Space Force Leadership, Satellite Programs
Breaking Defense is reporting on the Defense Innovation Unit's power-beaming satellite goals, the expected confirmation of the next Space Force chief, and new contracts for missile defense satellites.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentConflictFederal GovernmentMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceArtificial IntelligenceRobotics Defense Innovation UnitSpace ForcePower BeamingSatellite LaunchMissile DefenseSpace Development AgencyMilitary SpaceBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Schiess Confirmation, House Defense Funding, and NDAA Blocked by Senate Democrats
Breaking Defense reports Lt. Gen. Doug Schiess is likely to be confirmed as Space Force chief. It also covers House GOP's $60 billion defense proposal and Senate Democrats blocking the NDAA over Iran War and budget concerns.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryEconomy Lt. Gen. Doug SchiessSpace ForceConfirmation HearingHouse GOPDefense FundingNational Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)Iran WarBreaking Defense
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Military Space Developments
Breaking Defense is reporting on new military space initiatives, including Space Force demonstration projects, solar power beaming, new launch providers, and a NATO satellite constellation.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Chinese Space Debris, Boeing Contract, and Space Acquisition Challenges
Breaking Defense reports on a LeoLabs study detailing dangerous Chinese rocket debris in orbit. It also covers Boeing's $2 billion Space Force contract for new MUOS satellites and an op-ed on military space acquisition challenges.
Science & TechnologyBusinessConflictWorldAstronomy and SpaceMilitaryFederal GovernmentEconomyEnvironment ChinaSpace DebrisBoeingSpace ForceMUOS SatellitesMilitary AcquisitionJim SlifeBreaking Defense - Military Space
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on defense spending, new weapons systems, and military leadership changes
Breaking Defense reports on House approval of a $1 trillion defense bill, a $35 billion Lockheed THAAD deal, and a White House supplemental request, alongside updates on military programs and leadership.
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports Trump's 'Love' for Inflation Amid Iran Conflict, Other Global and Domestic News
Newsweek reports on President Trump's comments regarding inflation and the ongoing Iran conflict, alongside updates on Haiti's World Cup jerseys, Vietnam's missile purchase, U.S. visa crackdown, Alzheimer's research, shark activity, Space Force, Epstein files, and California housing reforms.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitaryMiddle EastSocial Issues Donald TrumpInflationIran ConflictSpace ForceEpstein InvestigationCalifornia HousingEl NiñoNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Space Force Contracts, CENTCOM Memo, and Defense Program Updates
Breaking Defense reports on Space Force contracts for anti-jam satellites, CENTCOM's civilian protection memo, and the potential end of the FCAS fighter project between Germany and France.
USAGermanyFranceConflictFederal GovernmentMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceAstronomy and SpaceEurope Space ForceCENTCOMFCASSatellitesDefense IndustryBreaking Defense Daily
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Secretary Hegseth Announces General Officer Nominations for Space Force and Marine Corps
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced President Donald J Trump's nominations for eight colonels from the Space Force and Marine Corps to be appointed to the grade of brigadier general, recognizing their leadership roles.
Politics and GovernmentConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMilitaryWhite House Space ForceMarine CorpsBrigadier GeneralMilitary NominationsPete HegsethU.S. Department of WarPentagon
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Major Space Force Contracts and Strategic Shifts
Breaking Defense reports SpaceX won over $6 billion in Space Force contracts for target detection and LEO communications. It also covers SPACECOM's cislunar ops, Air Force acquisition, and lessons from Operation Epic Fury.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictFederal GovernmentMilitaryAstronomy and SpaceArtificial IntelligenceEconomy Space ForceSpaceXDefense ContractsCislunar OperationsMilitary SpaceRemote SensingBreaking Defense - Military Space