The United States, under former President Donald Trump, is escalating its competition with China, now extending into the realm of space. Trump declared the US cannot afford to be second in space exploration, signaling a renewed focus on space dominance. To achieve this, he announced the creation of a new US space academy. This initiative aims to bolster American capabilities and ensure leadership in space, likely in response to China’s growing space program. The move underscores a broader strategy of countering Chinese influence across multiple sectors, including technology and defense. It signals a prioritization of national security concerns linked to space exploration and technological advancement. This academy represents a concrete step toward solidifying US position in an increasingly competitive space environment.