US Space Command has set its sights on the future, prioritizing "space fires" to secure dominance in orbit and advancing battlespace awareness by 2027. According to Gen. Stephen Whiting, these objectives are part of a broader strategy to ensure that the United States maintains its edge in space as global threats continue to rise.

During a speech at the Army Space and Missile Defense Symposium, Whiting outlined SPACECOM’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) "integrated priorities list"—a vital docume...