In January 2017, Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket, marking a significant milestone in its competition with SpaceX for U.S. spy satellite operations. Although the booster rocket failed to return for reuse, the successful launch highlighted the importance of both companies in national security. Under Trump's administration, Musk and Bezos could exert considerable influence over U.S. intelligence agencies, signaling a shift from traditional government control to involvement by billionaire tech entrepreneurs who are already securing substantial defense contracts.
The emergence of Musk, Bezos and a handful of other pro-Trump billionaires as key players in US intelligence marks a radical change in US spy operations.
During the Trump administration, it is likely that both companies will play significant roles in placing spy satellites into Earth orbit.
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