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space26 days ago•74 min saved

Oval Office nod to Artemis 2: Trump meets lunar crew

President Trump hosted Artemis 2 astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian Jeremy Hansen, along with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, in the White House Oval Office for a livestreamed greeting, praising their historic Moon flyby and joking about joining a future flight; Artemis 2’s lunar loop—launched April 1 and returned April 10—marked the first time humans left Earth orbit since Apollo 17 and the farthest distance from Earth to date, as reporters pressed on UFO declassification and NASA’s broader moon program and budget context.

via Space|

#artemis-2 #jared-isaacman #nasa

space27 days ago•16 min saved

Pluto Reinstated on the Planet List? NASA Chief Pushes for a Reversal

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman is advocating reclassifying Pluto as a planet again, reviving the 2006 IAU decision that demoted Pluto and sparking a split among scientists who defend the traditional planetary definition.

via The Independent|

#astrophysics #jared-isaacman #nasa

space2 months ago•4 min saved

NASA to Outline 2028 Moon Return in March Public Briefing Tied to Policy Priorities

NASA will host a March 24 public briefing at HQ to detail how it is implementing President Trump’s National Space Policy and accelerating preparations for a return to the Moon by 2028, with panels on lunar landing priorities, a first lunar base, nuclear propulsion, and related objectives amid ongoing science and workforce uncertainties.

via NASA Watch|

#artemis #jared-isaacman #moon

politics4 months ago•8 min saved

Jared Isaacman Aims to Revitalize NASA with Lunar and Orbit Economy Goals

The article discusses Jared Isaacman's appointment as NASA administrator, highlighting his background as a billionaire entrepreneur and space enthusiast, his connections with Elon Musk and SpaceX, and the political dynamics involving former President Trump and Musk's influence on NASA's leadership and space policy.

via Ynetnews|

#elon-musk #jared-isaacman #nasa

science-and-technology4 months ago•6 min saved

Jared Isaacman Unveils Bold Plan for NASA's Lunar Return and Permanent Moon Base

Jared Isaacman, a billionaire outsider with a background in private space ventures, has been confirmed as NASA's new administrator amid a period of budget uncertainty and organizational challenges. His proposed Athena plan aims to modernize NASA by leveraging commercial partnerships and focusing on cost-effective, expanded space activities, which could either rejuvenate the agency or raise concerns about privatization and public interest. His leadership marks a potential shift towards a more privatized and efficient NASA, but the long-term impact remains uncertain.

via Jalopnik|

#athena-plan #jared-isaacman #nasa

spacenasa5 months ago•1 min saved

Isaacman Town Hall: Open or Closed?

NASA's recent town hall meeting with new Administrator Jared Isaacman will not be publicly webcast, raising concerns about transparency and access for the broader NASA community and the public, despite Isaacman's pledge to serve transparently.

via NASA Watch|

#jared-isaacman #nasa #public-webcast

science-and-technology5 months ago•3 min saved

Jared Isaacman Confirmed as NASA Chief Amid Space Program Challenges

Jared Isaacman has been confirmed by the Senate as the new NASA chief, bringing a focus on returning to the moon and competing with China in space exploration amid ongoing funding and strategic challenges.

via NBC News|

#jared-isaacman #moon-mission #nasa

science5 months ago•2 min saved

Billionaire Jared Isaacman poised for NASA leadership confirmation

Billionaire Jared Isaacman has been confirmed as NASA's new chief, marking a significant shift as he is the first non-professional astronaut and outsider to lead the agency, with a focus on returning humans to the Moon and fostering private sector competition in space exploration.

via BBC|

#jared-isaacman #moon-mission #nasa

politics6 months ago•3 min saved

White House Criticizes NASA's Moon Mission Focus on Women and Minorities

The White House mocked NASA's abandoned commitment to send the first woman and person of color to the Moon, a goal originally promoted during the Trump administration, amid ongoing debates over DEI initiatives and leadership nominations like Jared Isaacman, whose appointment as NASA administrator has been controversial due to his political donations and the administration's stance on DEI policies.

via Futurism|

#diversity-and-inclusion #jared-isaacman #moon-mission

science-and-technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Re-nominates Tech Billionaire Isaacman to Lead NASA Amid MAGA Tensions

Donald Trump has renewed his nomination of billionaire Jared Isaacman, an ally of Elon Musk, to become NASA administrator after initially withdrawing his nomination months earlier. Isaacman, a businessman and astronaut, is set to lead NASA into a new era, balancing moon and Mars exploration goals amid concerns over his ties to Musk and SpaceX.

via The Guardian|

#jared-isaacman #nasa #science-and-technology

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Reappoints Isaacman to Lead NASA Amid Political Tensions

President Donald Trump has renominated Jared Isaacman to lead NASA after previously withdrawing his nomination due to concerns over his past associations, highlighting Isaacman's space experience and connections with Elon Musk.

via CNBC|

#jared-isaacman #nasa #nomination

politics6 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Renominates Musk Ally Jared Isaacman to Lead NASA Amid New Vision

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is suspected of leaking a private astronaut Jared Isaacman's detailed NASA plan, 'Athena,' possibly to undermine Isaacman's nomination and secure his position as interim NASA Administrator amid political and industry tensions.

via Jalopnik|

#jared-isaacman #leak #nasa

science10 months ago•4 min saved

Jared Isaacman Donates $15 Million to Space Camp Programs

Billionaire Jared Isaacman is donating $15 million to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Alabama to support the development of the Inspiration4 Skills Training Complex and expand Space Camp facilities, aiming to inspire future astronauts and space scientists.

via Space|

#donation #inspiration4 #jared-isaacman

science-and-technology10 months ago•3 min saved

CEO and Civilian Astronaut Donates $15 Million to U.S. Space & Rocket Center

Jared Isaacman, a civilian astronaut and space mission leader, donated $15 million to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center to fund the Inspiration4 Skills Training Complex and support Space Camp activities, enhancing space education and training programs.

via AL.com|

#donation #inspiration4 #jared-isaacman

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

Sean Duffy Appointed as Interim NASA Chief by Trump

Sean Duffy, known for criticizing the NYC subway, has been appointed interim NASA administrator by President Trump after the withdrawal of Jared Isaacman's nomination, amid political and public scrutiny of his qualifications for leading the space agency.

via Rolling Stone|

#jared-isaacman #nasa #politics