U.S. Space Force Maj. Gen. James E. Smith, commander of Space Training and Readiness Command, addresses attendees during the Space Delta 12 change of command ceremony at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, July 31, 2026. Through rigorous, independent test and evaluation, Space Delta 12 continues to cultivate the deep domain expertise, relevant mission capability and operational agility that STARCOM requires to forge Guardians and systems ready to deliver unmatched combat credibility in the space domain. (U.S. Space Force photo by Isaac Blancas)