Former President Donald Trump announced his intention to establish a Space National Guard if reelected, building upon the establishment of the United States Space Force during his first term. Speaking at the National Guard Association of the United States’ 146th General Conference and Exhibition in Detroit, Michigan, Trump highlighted the creation of the Space Force as one of his proudest achievements.
Trump expressed agreement with the leadership's desire for a Space National Guard, emphasizing its role as the primary combat reserve for the US Space Force. He pledged to sign legislation to formally establish this unit, marking another significant development in the country's defense strategy.