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The US Department of Defense is expected to award SpaceX a $2 billion contract for the development of the 'Gold Dome' missile defense satellite network, which will deploy over 600 satellites to detect and track various threats. Despite initial concerns about potential favoritism, the Pentagon has determined that SpaceX is uniquely qualified to meet the project's ambitious timeline and technical demands. This initiative marks a significant advancement in national defense capabilities, reminiscent of the technical efforts seen during the Manhattan Project.