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Nominee Advocates Space Program Streamlining Amid Threats

10/29/2025

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Marc Berkowitz, nominated as assistant secretary of defense for space policy, urged streamlining U.S. national security space programs during October 28, 2025 confirmation hearing.
He proposed closer integration between the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the Space Force to boost efficiency.
Berkowitz, a former defense official, said the U.S. must maintain space dominance amid threats from China.
He also described the Golden Dome missile defense initiative to strengthen homeland defense.
Senators supported reducing duplication in space efforts.

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Marc Berkowitz, nominated as assistant secretary of defense for space policy, urged streamlining U.S. national security space programs during October 28, 2025 confirmation hearing.
He proposed closer integration between the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the Space Force to boost efficiency.
Berkowitz, a former defense official, said the U.S. must maintain space dominance amid threats from China.
He also described the Golden Dome missile defense initiative to strengthen homeland defense.
Senators supported reducing duplication in space efforts.