DoD
Military commanders could use more satellites for tactical surveillance
Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach: “Yes, I am absolutely in favor of more space-based ISR."
Pentagon report: China amassing arsenal of anti-satellite weapons
DoD report: China intends to pursue ASAT weapons capable of destroying satellites up to geosynchronous Earth orbit.
As he welcomes new space commander, Esper warns of threats to U.S. satellites
The United States is the dominant space power and the "gains we possess are being threatened," said Defense Secretary Mark Esper
Defense Department space policy official Stephen Kitay stepping down
Kitay has submitted his resignation effective August 21.
VOX Space president questions DoD’s handling of stimulus funding for small launch industry
Mandy Vaughn said notifying companies of contract awards and immediately rescinding them shows “a little bit of discombobulation."
Industry executive: Defense Production Act small launch contracts should have been competed
SmallSat Alliance Chairman Chuck Beames: 'I think they messed up.'
Funds no longer available for Defense Production Act small launch contracts
Air Force acquisition executive Will Roper said funds that had been allocated for small launch contracts were redirected to small business loans.
U.S. CTO Kratsios named acting undersecretary for research and engineering, Lewis to serve as acting deputy
Kratsios will take over the position previously held by Mike Griffin. Mark Lewis replaces former deputy Lisa Porter.
DoD withdraws Defense Production Act small launch contract awards
The U.S. government “will not award the identified contracts at this time.”
Undersecretary of Defense Mike Griffin and deputy Lisa Porter stepping down
Griffin and Porter will be leaving their posts at DoD on July 10.
DoD official: Many factors considered in Defense Production Act contracts
Companies are selected based on data provided to DoD leaders by the Defense Contract Management Agency and the Defense Logistics Agency.
Six small launch companies to receive DoD contracts under Defense Production Act
Aevum, Astra, X-Bow, Rocket Lab, Space Vector and VOX Space each will receive contracts to launch two rideshare missions.
DoD space strategy highlights role of private sector
DoD says the growth of commercial space capabilities has added complexity to the space operating environment.
Pentagon issues new strategy to defend U.S. dominance in space
DoD released the 2020 Defense Space Strategy aimed at countering China and Russia.
FCC stands by Ligado decision as lawmakers step up criticism
The FCC pushed back on new criticism from the Senate and House Armed Services Committees.
