In a surprising move, US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a billionaire CEO, to be the next head of NASA. Isaacman, 41, is known for being the CEO of Shift4, a payments company, and for his incredible journey into space. He has not only flown to space twice but also participated in a spacewalk, making him a strong candidate for this high-profile position.
Isaacman is closely connected with Elon Musk, the famous founder of SpaceX, and the two have worked together on several space missions. If Isaacman’s nomination is confirmed, he will replace Bill Nelson, the current NASA administrator, who was appointed by President Joe Biden in 2021. Nelson himself has a space history, having flown aboard the Space Shuttle in 1986.
Trump praised Isaacman, calling him a perfect fit for NASA’s mission to explore space and inspire people around the world. “Jared will drive NASA’s mission of discovery and inspiration, paving the way for groundbreaking achievements in ...
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