Trump’s pick to lead Space Force defends plan to more than double budget

SpaceNews reports that Lieutenant General Douglas Schiess, Trump's pick for Space Force chief, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee to defend a proposal that would more than double the military branch's budget. Schiess's confirmation hearing marks a significant moment as he seeks approval to become the Space Force's top operations officer.

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