GAO reviews Space Command evaluation

U.S. Space Command has rapidly increased its personnel and operational capabilities to meet mission objectives, reaching full operational capability in December 2023, nearly two years earlier than initially projected.

The Command is fully operational, but U.S. Space Command officials told GAO that they faced ongoing personnel, facilities, and communications challenges. Officials also cited benefits in being co-located with operational space missions and centers.

As a result of identified challenges, officials stated the Command’s posture is not sustainable long term and new military construction would be needed to support the headquarters’ operations in Colorado Springs. 

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