The hearing took place in Washington, and Air Force senior leaders testified before a Senate defense subcommittee. The budget request highlights the growing importance of space dominance for national security.

• Defending the Homeland: The Air Force will prioritize defending the homeland, with a focus on protecting American airspace and territory.
• Bolstering Defenses in Indo-Pacific Region: The budget request also emphasizes bolstering defenses in the Indo-Pacific region, where China is considered the pacing threat.

“The threat to the homeland is real, and we must take it seriously,” said Air Force leaders during the hearing.