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Space Force prepares for future conflicts in orbit while supporting wars on Earth

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Gen. Chance Saltzman outlines how the U.S. Space Force is using space capabilities in current conflicts and preparing for a future in which space itself could become a warfighting domain. The discussion highlights the service’s evolving role in national security and military operations.

Discovered 2026-08-17T21:06:14.326359-07:00 | 2026-08-17T21:06:14.326359-07:00

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  • The Space Force is expanding its mission from supporting terrestrial military operations to preparing for conflict in space itself.
  • Gen. Chance Saltzman’s assessment offers a senior-level view of how the U.S. is adapting military strategy to an increasingly contested space domain.
  • The shift has implications for space-system design, resilience, launch capacity and defense procurement decisions.

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