The US aims not for parity but for dominance in space to maintain its military operations. The Pentagon's strategy focuses on preventing other countries from achieving parity as it is crucial for the United States military. President Biden is working to avoid a government shutdown caused by House Republicans who have added right-wing policies to spending bills, making them hard to pass in the Senate. Despite challenges, there is optimism that a shutdown will be averted. In a Michigan protest, over 100,000 Democratic voters declared themselves as uncommitted, showing disapproval of President Biden's handling of the war in Gaza. This significant number could pose challenges for Biden in the upcoming general election.