B. Chance Saltzman

General B. Chance Saltzman is the Vice Chief of Space Operations for the United States Space Force, a position he has held since August 2022. In this role, he is responsible for assisting in the overall leadership and direction of the Space Force, focusing on ensuring the United States maintains its advantage in space operations. Saltzman has a distinguished military career, previously serving in various capacities, including command roles in satellite operations and intelligence. He has been vocal about the evolving threats posed by adversarial nations, particularly highlighting China's advancements in space capabilities, which he describes as 'mind-boggling' due to their rapid development and operational complexity.