The Army is updating its missile defense strategy and shifting command focus to better protect the homeland
The Army is updating its missile defense strategy and shifting command focus to better protect the homeland  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Thu Nov 13 2025
Description: The Army is realigning its missile defense forces to prioritize homeland protection, placing two key commands under Space and Missile Defense Command. I spoke with Lieutenant General Sean Gainey, commander of Army's Space and Missile Defense Command, at this year's AUSA conference to understand how this shift fits into a broader strategy that includes space operations, a new MOS, and lessons from today’s global conflicts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.