The US military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro relied heavily on space support from US Space Command (SPACECOM). According to SPACECOM spokespersons, space-based capabilities provided a critical layer of protection for the Joint Force during Operation Absolute Resolve.
The US Space Force plans to issue an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract this summer to create a pool of qualified vendors for physical/live training needs. The program aims to improve training capacity across electronic, cyber and orbital warfare mission areas.
Experts warn that US space-based interceptors (SBI) will need to be defended from adversary attack. Patrick Binning, Todd Harrison, and Todd Stevens emphasized the importance of passive measures such as stealth technologies and active measures like laser attacks or maneuvering.