US President Donald Trump has announced plans to establish a new United States Space Academy, aimed at training military officers for the growing US Space Force.
Trump says the institution will prepare a new generation of space leaders as Washington faces increasing competition with China and Russia beyond Earth.
The proposed academy is expected to focus on advanced space technology, satellite systems and military operations in orbit.
Officials say the goal is to strengthen American capabilities in space and ensure the United States remains a dominant force in an increasingly contested domain.
The announcement represents another step in the administration’s effort to expand the military role of space and develop personnel equipped for future operations.
According to officials, recruitment could begin within months, while initial campus facilities are expected to be established by 2027.
The plans come as major powers invest heavily in satellites, launch systems, space-based communications and technologies with potential military applications.
Supporters say stronger training and specialized expertise are essential as space becomes increasingly important to national security.
Critics, however, may question the risks of accelerating the militarization of space.
For Washington, the message is clear: the next generation of military competition may extend far beyond the battlefield and deep into orbit.
