The Space Force FY27 budget request of 71 billion, up roughly 40 billion in FY26, is a recognition of that threat. I support investing capabilities that we need. A budget of this scale will test our acquisition workforce and we must ensure that growth in spending is matched by growth in our capacity to execute. We will work closely with you throughout the budget process to find ways we can accelerate the fielding of the platforms needed by our warfighters today. (15:03–15:13)
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Asserts that the budget increase will test the acquisition workforce and requires matching growth in execution capacity.
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