The Air Force has expressed interest in beginning production again of Raytheon’s laser-guided Maverick air-to-ground missile, according to a company release. Raytheon says USAF has “an urgent operational need for a close air support weapon to defeat high-speed moving targets with minimal collateral damage.” Harry Schulte, vice president of the company’s strike product line, says Maverick has proved itself “very versatile” and the “newest laser version will significantly enhance the Air Force’s precision capability.” In the interim, Raytheon notes that the Navy will transfer some of its Mavericks to the Air Force.
US Space Command Should Always Be Led by a Guardian
Sept. 12, 2026
General Stephen Whiting took command of U.S. Space Command in January 2024, and if customary three-year tenures hold, his tour would end in January 2027. The question now before the President and Senate is who should follow him? Whoever they choose, it has to be a Guardian—and so should every successor…
