Live Science readers react to US weapons in space
US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink announced on September 14 the deployment of space control assets in orbit to protect Joint Forces. In a Live Science poll, 80% of more than 280 readers fear an arms race in space, and 14% expect a reaction from other countries.
- Meink announced deployment of orbital weapons on September 14
- 80% of 280+ Live Science readers concerned about space militarization
- 1967 Outer Space Treaty bans orbital weapons but lacks enforcement
- 14% of readers expect other countries to react to US actions
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