“U.S. reliance on SpaceX is not borne of favoritism but of necessity and efficiency,” said Michelle Hanlon, executive director at the University of Mississippi’s Center for Air and Space Law.
Replacing SpaceX would take years and could delay critical missions, including the proposed Golden Dome lunar initiative.
What’s Next?
Despite Trump’s threats, most experts believe a full cancellation of SpaceX contracts is unlikely due to the strategic risks and lack of alternatives. However, the political feud has raised questions about how much influence private companies should have in areas vital to national security.
“There’s a lot riding on this relationship,” West emphasized. “People are worried that if there is a major war, adversaries could shoot down our satellites and destroy our GPS systems and mobile communications.”
For now, the world watches as the Trump-Musk feud unfolds—not just a political drama, but one with global security implications.
