US Military Possesses On-Orbit Space Control Weapons, Air Force Secretary Confirms

Why it matters locally: New Mexico hosts several critical military installations and research facilities, including Kirtland Air Force Base and Los Alamos National Laboratory, which could be involved in the development, testing, or operation of advanced space technologies.

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Air Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed the United States possesses "on-orbit space control weapons." These systems provide capabilities to defend "against hostile adversary actions," according to Meink. NBC News correspondent Courtney Kube provided details on the types of weapons potentially involved. Meink's statement did not specify particular systems or technologies.