Elon Musk's SpaceX, Already a Leader in Satellites, Gets Into the Spy Game
Briefly

For the first time, the Pentagon's Space Development Agency used lasers transmitting data at light speed to communicate between military satellites on a secure network, marking a crucial milestone in military satellite technology.
SpaceX has started to move aggressively into the military satellite market, challenging long-time contractors like Raytheon and Northrop Grumman, positioning itself to become a key player in the defense sector.
As the U.S. prepares to invest billions in new low-earth-orbit satellites, concerns have arisen regarding the dependence on SpaceX, especially given Elon Musk's ties to foreign governments.
The situation raises significant questions about transparency and governmental reliance on a privately held company controlled by one individual, sparking debates over national security implications.
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