Space Force Sees Optimistic Outlook Amid Budget Hike and Personnel Growth
Breaking Defense reports that senior Space Force officers are optimistic about a large budget increase starting in fiscal 2027. Gen. Shawn Bratton believes the service could double in size over the next decade, while Lt. Gen. Philip Garrant expects a significant share of the increased budget pot. The Space Force is also establishing new Portfolio Acquisition Executive offices and hiring more acquisition professionals to manage new programs. This development may signal a shift in priorities for the service.