Northrop Grumman graphic representation of how Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor (HBTSS) satellites are meant to operate and enable targeting of enemy missiles. HBTSS is one element of work the Golden Dome initiative plans to expand upon. (Image: Northrop Grumman).
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) on Wednesday showed strong skepticism that the wide-ranging Golden Dome missile defense initiative is realistic while also cutting the Pentagon’s independent weapons testing office that could ensure the systems work.
In a hearing…