Space Force working on laser defenses
District of Columbia | July 15, 2021
Space Force working on laser defenses . . . The Space Force is developing directed-energy weapons as a counter to space warfare threats posed by both China and Russia. Air Force Gen. Jay Raymond disclosed the work on high-tech directed-energy weapons during congressional testimony last month. Rep. James Langevin, Rhode Island Democrat, said during an exchange with Gen. Raymond at a House Armed Services Committee hearing that directed-energy weapons pose a “significant threat” but can also be a possible defensive tool for protecting American satellites. “From your perspective, are we developing our directed-energy portfolio appropriately to be an effective capability for space dominance?” Mr. Langevin asked. “Yes, sir, we are,” Gen. Raymond replied, noting he would provide more details in a closed session…… Excerpts from the Washington Times