Official account of the @USSpaceForce’s Chief of Space Operations. Reposts, likes, follows ≠ endorsement.

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Joined September 2017
General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
See the new issue of SSC’s Capability Delivery Bulletin to learn how space acquisition is a warfighting capability & how we're committed to delivering at the speed of need. This is an overview of milestones in space acquisition that empower our Nation: ssc.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/…
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
As just announced in the @UN First Committee, Russia’s COSMOS 2612 military satellite has been exhibiting threatening behavior by intentionally maneuvering dangerously close to a commercial satellite, behaviors consistent with on-orbit weapons operations. This violates long-established safety thresholds in low Earth orbit. The United States will continue to secure and defend American vital national security interests in, from, and to space.
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Excited for this program to kick off soon with Guardians visiting 250+ classrooms around the US!
🚀 Space Force launches outreach program 🧠 The Space Force is launching "Guardian Spark", a new annual outreach program that connects Guardians with students in grades 3 to 12 to share the mission, people and opportunities behind the nation’s newest military service. The inaugural Guardian Spark campaign will run from Nov. 9 through Dec. 20, 2026, culminating with the Space Force’s birthday. Find out more here: dvidshub.net/r/k6ev7s
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
Replying to @USSOCOM
@USSOCOM and the U.S. Space Force have activated the U.S. Space Forces Special Operations component command, with a formal activation ceremony scheduled to take place at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 2. Effective Oct. 7, SPACEFOR-SOC was activated as a component field command of the U.S. Space Force. While space capabilities are already integrated into USSOCOM missions, this activation institutionalizes how the Space Force organizes, trains, equips and presents forces for the special operations enterprise. Read more: dvidshub.net/r/o7retz
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Outstanding work by @af_academy advancing space education across the cadet wing! Developing space-minded leaders today strengthens the Air Force and Space Force for tomorrow.
Space education at #USAFA extends beyond preparing future Guardians. Cadets gain a broader understanding of how the space domain connects to careers across the @usairforce and @USSpaceForce . Learn more: usafa.edu/space-edu #Innovation #FutureFight
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
Don't wait for a major storm to prepare. Ensure your emergency kit is stocked with enough supplies for at least 3 days, including water, non-perishable food, and medications. Review your family communications plan and get the latest preparedness tips at ready.gov/hurricane
4 PM CDT Wed Oct 7 (Advisory 5) Key Messages for Tropical Storm #Isaias. Latest info: hurricanes.gov 4 PM CDT miércoles 7 de octubre (Aviso 5) Mensajes clave sobre la tormenta tropical #Isaias. Más información: hurricanes.gov
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
#DidYouKnow that the @usairforce component to #USSPACECOM, @1stAF, provides recovery personnel and resources in support of NASA human spaceflight operations when called upon? Just one more way we help ensure there’s #NeverADayWithoutSpace.
Replying to @NASA
They're back! Crew-12 splashed down off the coast of California at 11:34am ET (1534 CT), wrapping up their mission of scientific exploration and discovery. Stay tuned for continuing live coverage as Crew-12 and their SpaceX Dragon spacecraft are retrieved from the Pacific.
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Guardians along the Gulf Coast, please stay tuned to your local installation's pages for updates and visit ready.gov/hurricanes for ways to prepare for Hurricane Isaias.
We are monitoring #Isaias as it approaches the Gulf Coast & stand ready to support state & tribal partners as they prepare communities and lead the storm response. Regional offices are coordinating with local officials, and supplies & teams are ready to move quickly if needed.
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Fantastic meeting with a friend and close ally @HarvSmyth about the US and UK's continued collaboration in the Space domain. Just within the last month, the @RoyalAirForce announced its 1st ever Space Squadron and redesignated their Air HQ as the Air & Space Command, reflecting the RAF’s role as the Lead Command for Space in the UK. Harv, I look forward to working closely together in the years ahead!
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
🚀 Another quarter of innovation and mission success In the third quarter of 2026, the #EasternRange supported 13 launches. Launch after launch, Cape Canaveral remains the busiest and most important spaceport on the planet 🗺️ #SpaceCoast #SemperSupra #PremierGatewaytoSpace
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Successful first trip visiting Guardians since becoming your CSO! Thanks for the engaging Q&A with Debbie, CMSSF and I during the base-wide All Call. We’re honored to serve you!
🚀 Welcome Back! 🚀 SLD 45 was honored to welcome the new CSO, General Douglas Schiess. He outlined his three vital Lines of Effort driving the @USSpaceForce into the future: 🛡️ Forge the Guardian Ethos ⚡ Arm and Grow the Guardian Force 🌐 Integrate Guardian Power at Scale
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Congratulations to Lt. Gen. Miller on his nomination to serve as Commander, U.S. Space Command. He is an exceptional Guardian who has represented our service with distinction, and we believe he is a strong candidate for this critical joint leadership role. @US_SpaceCom
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Proud of Maj Gleason and Capt Brown for getting after it! And grateful to work alongside our @Southcom partners as we further integrate into every aspect of the Joint Force.
🌿🛰️ First Guardians complete Jungle Operations Training Course–Panama 🌿🛰️ The 18-day training course placed Maj. Alyson Gleason, United States Space Force Headquarters, and Capt. Stephen Brown, 392nd Combat Training Squadron, alongside U.S. Army Soldiers and Panamanian partner forces in the jungle of Panama where they were required to learn survival skills such as moving tactically, finding food and operating as a multinational team in the dense jungle environment. Read more: dvidshub.net/r/aqoboh #SpaceForce #Guardians #JOTCP #JungleTraining #Readiness
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Thank you to the @SpaceForceAssoc for the opportunity to discuss my priorities and vision shaping the next era of the U.S. Space Force. I'm excited for the work ahead!
It's here: the National Spacepower Review, a new publication on the future of national security space. The 1st issue examines how the Space Force was built & where it's headed. Plus: our new series Beyond the Page kicks off with CSO Gen. Douglas Schiess: ussfa.org/national-spacepowe…
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Military service can be challenging, and our spouses know this better than anyone. The Military Spouse Commission is bringing that perspective forward — tackling everything from child care and housing to careers and health care. Thank you to the spouses bringing their voices, experiences, and ideas to the table as we work to strengthen the military family community.
Yesterday, Chairwoman @JennyHegseth hosted the first public meeting for the President’s Military Spouse Commission. A swearing-in of the members was led by @SECWAR
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Congrats, LT!
Guardian grit, all the way to the finish. 🏆 1st Lt. Nicholas McKenzie of Vandenberg’s 2nd Space Launch Squadron won the men’s race at the 30th Air Force Marathon in 2:34:31—drawing strength at mile 21 from tributes to fallen service members. #SemperSupra
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
✈️ Happy 79th Birthday to the @usairforce ✈️ SLD 45 would not be able to tackle the mission at a historical pace without the efforts of our Air Force teammates. Enjoy some cake and keep on flying, fixing, and fighting! Here's to another year of Aiming High!
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General Douglas A. Schiess retweeted
On this POW/MIA Recognition Day, we make this solemn pledge: we will leave no man behind. We will never forget the sacrifices our warriors have made, and we will never stop working to bring our missing warriors home.
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