SpaceNews.com
• Jeff Foust
A change in party control of Congress after the midterm elections could challenge the longstanding bipartisan consensus behind civil space policy, putting NASA’s legislative and funding environment in focus. The outcome may shape how reliably the agency can pursue priorities across shifting political control.
Space Policy & International Cooperation
Latest source-backed stories
A change in party control of Congress after the midterm elections could challenge the longstanding bipartisan consensus behind civil space policy, putting NASA’s legislative and funding environment in focus. The outcome may shape how reliably the agency can pursue priorities across shifting political control.
The Space Force is beginning work on a legal framework to give the military surge capacity on commercial satellite systems during emergencies. The effort starts small, reflecting longstanding warnings from the service and operators that defining the rights and obligations for such access will be difficult.
The European Space Agency’s head is due to meet officials in the United Arab Emirates this week as Europe looks to build new partnerships for space exploration and reduce its reliance on the United States. The visit signals a push to broaden the bloc’s international space relationships.
Former Clinton Labor Secretary Robert Reich has urged Democrats to target Elon Musk after the midterms and called for a future Democratic administration to nationalize SpaceX and Starlink. The proposal could have significant consequences for U.S. space policy and politics, including the Artemis program.
A new UK policy is changing the terms for foreign companies seeking business in the country’s military space market. The available report does not specify the policy’s requirements or which bidders and programs are affected, but signals a shift in the conditions governing access to defense-related space opportunities.
The midterm elections could shape the policy and funding environment for military space, with consequences for programs and priorities across the sector. The available article summary does not specify the contests, proposals or potential budget changes at issue.
Create a free account to see more recent Space Policy & International Cooperation stories and keep bookmarks in one place.
