The Space Data Network has multiple components and will support a number of Pentagon-wide efforts, including the Golden Dome for America missile defense architecture.

The Army's request comes amid concerns over the Pentagon draining its weapon stockpiles during Operation Epic Fury.

If approved by lawmakers, the Air Force's budget request would kick off procurement of CCA Increment 1.

The funding proposal would boost spending on the initiative by more than an order of magnitude.

The budget proposal includes initial funding for a new class of battleships.