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The second head of US Space Command commands 16,000 personnel and a $24 billion budget; and aims to continue building a resilient, ready and combat-capable force.

Summary

Courtney Albon writing in Defense News, makes the following points:
  • Saltzman was formerly deputy chief of space operations- cyber and nuclear focussed.
  • Increasing Chinese and Russian threats may lead to capability increases.
  • Although the space domain is less “personnel-intensive”, more people may be required for Space Force.
  • Space Force is deepening integration with the other services, guard and reserve components and international partners.

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