Mitchell Institute urges boots on the Moon to counter China
By The BriefBrief
Kyle Puma of the Mitchell Institute says U.S. space security requires boots on the Moon to beat China.
WHO:Kyle Puma, Mitchell Institute senior resident fellow for space studies
WHAT:Warns that future American space security is at risk and calls for boots on the Moon to counter China’s lunar access buildup.
WHEN:May 21, 2026 at 5:17 PM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:He says China’s military-led human space flight progression is positioning the People’s Liberation Army for strategic advantage in lunar access, infrastructure, and resources.
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