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GAO Warns of Risks in $35 Billion Space Initiative

2/27/2025

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The Government Accountability Office (GAO) raises alarms over the Space Development Agency's (SDA) laser communications technology for its ambitious Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA). With nearly $35 billion at stake and ongoing delays, the GAO urges thorough initial testing to prevent potential costly setbacks in this critical space initiative.

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The Government Accountability Office (GAO) raises alarms over the Space Development Agency's (SDA) laser communications technology for its ambitious Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA). With nearly $35 billion at stake and ongoing delays, the GAO urges thorough initial testing to prevent potential costly setbacks in this critical space initiative.