Pence pushes goal of space 'dominance' with US Space Force

US defence secretary Jim Mattis, right, and vice president Mike Pence

US defence secretary Jim Mattis, right, and vice president Mike Pence Source: AAP

More details have been revealed about the Trump administration's plans for a dedicated United States Space Force, a sixth branch of the US military.


In an address to the Pentagon, Vice President Mike Pence says such a force will be necessary to ensure the country's domination of space amid mounting international threats.


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