NASA Crisis: SpaceX Executive Joins as Trump Shakes Up Space Agency 🚨
Ars Technica
Feb 4, 2025
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Summary
NASA faces leadership turmoil as former SpaceX executive Michael Altenhofen joins as Senior Advisor, while Jared Isaacman awaits confirmation as Administrator nominee. Key programs including Mars Sample Return, Artemis, and ISS transition face uncertain futures, with concerns about SpaceX's growing influence over agency direction and policy.
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Organizations
SpaceX contractor
NASA agency
Key People
Janet Petro Interim Administrator
Michael Altenhofen Senior Advisor
Jared Isaacman Administrator Nominee
Elon Musk Founder
Timeline
Phase: transition
Current:
2025-02-04