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energy1 month ago•22 min saved

White House Sets 2028 Target for Moon-Orbiting Nuclear Reactor

The White House ordered NASA, the Department of Energy, and the Pentagon to develop a nuclear fission reactor capable of orbiting the Moon, targeting a launch-ready date by 2028. The plan aims to enable a permanent lunar presence by providing continuous power where solar is impractical, with parallel efforts to fast-track mid-power space reactors and surface power variants, building on past orbital nuclear experiments and renewed support for nuclear energy.

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#energy #lunar-reactor #nasa

economy3 months ago•23 min saved

Treasury official exits after clash over Minneapolis Somali fraud crackdown

John Hurley, Undersecretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the Treasury Department, is leaving his post after privately opposing White House-backed plans to crack down on alleged fraud within Minneapolis' Somali immigrant community, according to seven people familiar with the matter.

via The Washington Post|

#economy #fraud-crackdown #john-hurley

politics11 months ago•9 min saved

Marco Rubio and the Velociraptor: A Surprising Connection

The White House is resuming student visa interviews with stricter social media scrutiny to filter out applicants with hostile attitudes towards the U.S., reflecting a cautious shift in immigration policy amidst political recalibration. This change, signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, aims to reduce administrative burdens while still tightening entry standards, signaling a more measured approach after initial aggressive policies.

via The Bulwark|

#immigration #politics #social-media-scrutiny

politics11 months ago•4 min saved

Industry Leaders Urge White House to Halt Immigration Raids Amid Policy Reversals

Industry groups dependent on immigrant workers are upset after the White House reversed a pause on immigration raids, which had been temporarily implemented to address concerns from sectors like agriculture and hospitality. The reversal has led to increased raids and ongoing lobbying efforts, highlighting internal conflicts within the administration over immigration enforcement and its impact on the workforce. Some lawmakers and industry leaders are advocating for policies that balance enforcement with the need for immigrant labor, especially in agriculture.

via The Washington Post|

#deportation #immigration #industry-lobbying

science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"White House Orders NASA to Develop Lunar Time Standard for Moon's Unique Clock System"

The White House has directed NASA to develop a strategy for a new time standard, Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), to be used on cislunar missions for improved navigation and related services on and around the moon. The new time standard is necessary due to the differences in time measurement between Earth and the moon, impacting precision operations such as navigation and space situational awareness. NASA will work with other agencies to finalize the strategy by the end of 2026 and incorporate it into its Moon to Mars Architecture reviews.

via SpaceNews|

#celestial-time-standardization #lunar-time-standard #nasa