Threats
The China threat goes beyond the Pacific, intel chiefs say
Air and Space Force intelligence chiefs warn of China’s global influence as military partnerships flourish.
Exclusive
Science & Tech
When China plays orbital hide-and-seek, Maui’s telescopes give the US an edge
In an interview, Space Force’s Saltzman reveals what’s next for the key sensor site.
Business
Space Force goes commercial for space domain awareness
Nearly 150 companies are vying for a spot in the Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program, a top official says.
Breaking News
Policy
In surprise, USAF chief announces upcoming retirement
Gen. Allvin will leave about halfway through his expected term, but will stay on until a replacement is found.
Science & Tech
Space Force launches experimental satellite to inform future GPS
Delays with ULA’s Vulcan pushed back the launch nearly three years.
Business
ULA’s heavy-lift rocket prepares to launch first Space Force mission
The company plans to loft nine missions this year, down from the once-hoped-for 20.
Defense Systems
Space Force to launch ground target-tracking satellites in 2028
The new capability will first go to forces in the Indo-Pacific first.
Ideas
‘Fund first, ask questions later’ is a bad way to go
Handing $156 billion to the Pentagon with no clear plan invites not just waste but danger. Here's why.
Science & Tech
Secret spaceplane heading back up to test new tech
The Boeing-built X-37B will go on its eighth mission in August.
Policy
Allies struggle to work with US military in space operations, GAO finds
An excess of overlapping roles, classification, and unfilled jobs are hurting U.S. collaboration with partners in space.
Science & Tech
How drone warfare fares in the 2026 budget
The president’s proposal leans heavily on one-time reconciliation dollars.
Policy
USAF slashes F-35 buy, boosts next-gen fighter in unconventional 2026 budget proposal
The Pentagon’s spending request includes not just the usual appropriations, but also the still-under-debate reconciliation bill.
Business
Air Force says Qatar jet retrofit will cost less than $400M
Other defense officials have estimated it could be over $1 billion.
Policy
Despite Golden Dome, Space Force budget would shrink again under 2026 spending plan
The White House appears to be pinning its hopes on the one-time reconciliation bill.
Policy
Space Force losing 14% of its civilian workers
That’s more than other military branches, and it means the service will end the year with nearly 1,000 fewer people than expected.
Policy
Hegseth orders elimination of 10% of general, admiral jobs
Memo also orders the elimination of one-fifth of 4-star posts. No deadline, few guidelines given for shakeup.
Policy
Trump’s pick for Air Force No. 2 civilian defends past political comments
Democratic lawmakers voiced concern over Lohmeier’s previous calls for “serious consequences” for officials who “hyper-politicized” the military.
Business
Industry eyes ‘wicked hard’ Golden Dome space interceptor challenge
Defense companies are eager to stake claims in Trump’s Golden Dome vision.
Policy