On the recordMarch 26, 2019
It is a concern. We are in a position now, because of the International Space Station, we are commercializing low Earth orbit rapidly.
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congress.govIt is a concern. We are in a position now, because of the International Space Station, we are commercializing low Earth orbit rapidly.
Bridenstine expresses concern over U.S. presence in low Earth orbit post-2025.
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