United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno takes part in a virtual fireside chat with Space Force Vice Commander Lt. Gen. David Thompson during the Air Force Association's virtual Air, Space & Cyber Conference on Sept. 15, 2020. AFA video screenshot.
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Oct. 1, 2020
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