The arrival of Donald Trump at the White House will have significant consequences on American space policy, particularly for NASA, the Artemis program and the role of Elon Musk.
Impact of the election of Donald Trump on space
The election of Donald Trump will have consequences on several aspects of the American space sector.
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First, at the institutional level, Vice President Mike Pence will succeed Kamala Harris as head of the National Space Council, which defines American space policy. It is likely that current NASA administrator Bill Nelson, a Democrat, will be replaced.
Second, the Artemis program, aimed at sending Americans back to the Moon, will continue despite the change in president. However, concerns exist about the program's funding and its impact on other NASA missions, including Earth observation. Finally, Elon Musk's stated support for Donald Trump raises questions about his role in the space sector. His desire to participate in a commission on the efficiency of federal administrations could place him in a conflict of interest with NASA.
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More info by Olivier Sanguy from La Cité de l’Espace
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