China Could Blind U.S. Satellites With Lasers

The commander of U.S. Space Command warns that China would likely target U.S. spy satellites in a future conflict and is very likely developing lasers designed to do exactly that. In response, SPACECOM is developing a “playbook” with the National Reconnaissance Office, the agency that operates America’s fleet of reconnaissance satellites, to protect and defend America’s eyes in space. National Defense reports that Gen. John “Jay” Raymond, commander of both SPACECOM and U.S. Air Force Space Command, made the remarks at a gathering organized by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies. More

(Source: Popular Mechanics - Oct 2)