China’s and Russia’s expanding military space capabilities present serious national security risks for the United States. The Council on Foreign Relations has expressed concern that the U.S., despite deploying many smaller space assets, is falling behind. U.S. Air Force Gen. Stephen N. Whiting stated that China is advancing its counterspace technologies at a “breathtaking pace” to undermine American and Allied systems. Harrod argues that American space and defense companies must align more closely with national interests to address vulnerabilities. He stresses the urgency of winning the new space race, noting that it requires more than just visionary individuals to succeed.
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