U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Dennis O. Bythewood officially assumed command of U.S. Space Forces – Space in a ceremony Nov. 4, here following his confirmation by the U.S. Senate on Oct. 30.
In his new role, Bythewood also becomes the Combined Joint Force Space Component Commander on behalf of United States Space Command.
This marks the first change of command for S4S since its establishment on Dec. 6, 2023.