A Clash Over Spy Satellites Between The U.S. Military And The U.S. Intelligence Community

A Military and Intelligence Clash Over Spy Satellites -- New York Times

WASHINGTON — The nation’s spies and its military commanders are at odds over the future of America’s spy satellites, a divide that could determine whether the United States government will increasingly rely on its own eyes in the sky or on less costly commercial technology.

The fight is shaping up into the intelligence world’s version of the United States Postal Service versus FedEx — a traditional government institution that must provide comprehensive services versus a more nimble private sector that is cherry-picking the most lucrative business opportunities.

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My Comment: Here is my prediction on who will win in this clash over spy satellites .... the one who proposes the cheapest proposal will be the one that will be accepted. In this case .... my money is on the military.