As the price of space launch falls, the military wants to use rockets to send troops and supplies downrange in 90 minutes or less.

The 2025 National Security Strategy emphasizes winning the economic future in Asia while preventing military confrontation through strong deterrence and alliances in the Indo-Pacific. The Marine Corps Force Design Update from October supports these priorities by modernizing forces for contested littoral environments,

The U.S. sent military aircraft and personnel to Sri Lanka and pledged $2 million to assist recovery efforts after a devastating tropical cyclone.