White House Nominates Next General to Helm US Space Command
The nomination puts a career Space Force officer in charge as the command prepares for its first purpose-built headquarters and a phased move through 2031.
- On Tuesday, the White House formally nominated U.S. Space Force Lieutenant General David Miller, Jr. to lead U.S. Space Command, a move that would promote him to a four-star general.
- Miller currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Space Operations for strategy, plans, programs, and requirements, a role that makes him a strong candidate for this joint leadership position.
- Overseeing the relocation of SPACECOM headquarters from Colorado Springs, Colo., to Huntsville, Ala., will be among Miller's key tasks during a transition costing $2 billion and lasting until 2031.
- Space domain operations have become integral to U.S. warfighting, with leaders now emphasizing 'orbital warfare' capabilities to maintain deterrence and defend the joint force against hostile adversary actions.
- If confirmed by the Senate, Miller will succeed current SPACECOM Commander General Stephen Whiting, who is expected to retire early next year, ensuring leadership continuity for the command.
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LTG David Miller Nominated as Next Leader of U.S. Space Command
U.S. Space Force Lieutenant General David Miller, Jr. has been nominated as the next Commander of U.S. Space Command, succeeding Gen. Stephen Whiting who will retire early next year. Yesterday, the White House sent Congress the nomination for Miller to be promoted to General and today U.S. Space Force (USSF) Chief of Space Operations Gen. Douglas Schiess confirmed on X that he also is being nominated as the new USSPACECOM Commander. Congratulat…
White House nominates next general to helm US Space Command
If confirmed, Lt. Gen. David N. Miller Jr. would take over command from Gen. Stephen Whiting after his upcoming retirement.
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