Peter A. Garretson

Peter Garretson, a Senior Fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council and author of multiple books on space policy, delves into the recent executive order reshaping the U.S. national space strategy. He discusses its emphasis on securing space interests, the need for planetary defense against asteroids, and establishing behavioral norms in space. Garretson also addresses the push for lunar infrastructure and a commercial ISS replacement by 2030, raising questions about the future direction of Space Force and whether this initiative can serve as a lasting North Star for space policy.

In this insightful discussion, Sam Wilson, a director at The Aerospace Corporation, and Peter Garretson, a senior fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council, dive deep into the budget dynamics of the Space Force under the Trump administration. They explore the significance of the new funding allocations and the evolving Pentagon priorities regarding space defense. From the integration of commercial technologies to the challenges of national security, they highlight the critical role of the Space Force in shaping America's military future.