Trump's 'Space Force' announcement could drive DOD, congressional support

By Courtney Albon / June 20, 2018 at 5:22 PM
Although it's unclear how the Pentagon will implement President Trump's direction this week to establish a new "Space Force," some Defense Department analysts and former officials say the White House's endorsement of the controversial proposal could diminish resistance within the Defense Department and make room for compromise among House and Senate lawmakers. Speaking during a June 18 National Space Council meeting, Trump said he has ordered the department to "immediately begin the process necessary to establish a Space Force as...

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