
The U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) commander told lawmakers Feb. 26 that he is supportive of plans to place the new Space Force under the Air Force, but noted that there is a need for a full department of the Space Force at some point in the future. Testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) Tuesday, Air Force Gen. John Hyten commended President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence for their decision to put the Air Force in charge…