All Americans are saying the same thing about the multi-billionaire space traveler Donald Trump chosen to lead NASA – he is the best person for the job.
Jared Isaacman, 41, with a net worth of $1.9 billion, has been appointed Administrator of the agency, replacing former politician Bill Nelson.
“I am honored to accept President Trump’s nomination to be the next Administrator of NASA,” Isaacman wrote on X.
‘Having had the opportunity to see our amazing world from space, I love America leading the most amazing journey in human history.’
Americans flooded X with congratulations, saying ‘this couldn’t have gone to a better person’ and expressing excitement about the future of space exploration in the country.
‘We are blessed to have you leading the way to the moon Mars,’ one of X shared.
While he received a lot of praise, some expressed ambivalence due to Isaacman’s relationship with Images of SpaceX.
He bought the mission from the company of Elon Musk who was named as Trump’s adviser.
Jared Isaacman, 41, with a net worth of $1.9 billion, has been appointed Administrator of the agency, replacing Bill Nelson.
He flew into space twice, one of which saw him pilot the first civilian launch vehicle, making him the second Ranger to visit the final frontier.
‘There is a complete contradiction with his cooperation with Musk and SpaceX. The smell of Musk is everywhere. How can it not be obvious,’ the user shared.
Trump’s appointment to NASA came a few months earlier than the previous president’s move Elon MuskThe CEO and founder of SpaceX, has used his proximity President-elect to discuss Mars mission and other space exploration products that could power SpaceX.
“Jared will lead NASA’s mission of discovery and inspiration, and pave the way for success in space science, technology, and exploration,” Trump wrote on X.
‘(His) passion for Space, astronaut knowledge, and commitment to push the boundaries of exploration, unlock the secrets of the universe, and advance the new economy of Space, make him the right person to lead NASA into a bold new Era.’
Isaacman criticized NASA’s spending on Artemis under the Biden administration.
If confirmed, Isaacman will oversee the space agency’s nearly $25 billion budget focused on returning humans to the moon under its Artemis program.
They also have to double down on the agency’s strategy of relying on private companies to get space, which includes Musk’s SpaceX.
“Excited to hear that Jared Isaacman has been selected to lead NASA,” X user Ethan shared.
‘This is a huge step towards becoming a professional pilot, astronaut, and inventor. He will be a great advocate for future missions to the Moon and Mars, and I have everything!’
Trump’s first NASA director, former Oklahoma congressman Jim Bridenstine, launched the Artemis program and pushed Congress to increase the agency’s budget to support it.
Trump’s choice of NASA came a few months before the change of the previous president as Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and the founder, has used his proximity to the president-elect to discuss the mission to Mars and other space exploration that can promote SpaceX.
And Isaacman should pick up where Bridenstine left off when he criticized NASA’s spending on Artemis under Biden.
The space agency has been under fire lately excessive spending, especially on DEI programs that cost Americans $22 million a year.
“Jared’s vision for pushing boundaries, combined with his proven track record of success in the private sector, positions him as the right person to lead NASA into a new era of exploration and discovery,” Bridenstine said in a statement.
‘I ask the Senate to confirm him as soon as possible.’
Unlike the old Rangers, Isaacman went to the final frontier and made the first civilian trip.
‘Exciting news! JaredIsaacman’s experience and vision can truly elevate the mission of NASA,” user X wrote.
While Isaacman has become a household name recently, he was just starting out in 2021 with his first public project, Inspiration4.
Prior to his founding, he co-founded the St Jude Research Hospital fundraiser, which raised over $240 million.
Isaacman and his wife, Monica, are members of the hospital’s ALSAC, their fundraising and awareness organization, and have quietly supported non-profits and charities.
‘If you have the ability to help, you have the responsibility to help,’ Isaacman previously said in an interview at St Jude.
At the start of the 2021 mission, he said: ‘I really want us to be in a country 50 or 100 years from now when people are jumping into their rockets like the Jetsons and there are families walking on the moon with their child. space suit.’
And in 2024, he became the first civilian to perform space travel when he entered the border more than 435 miles away from Earth.
Video of the incident showed Isaacman opening the door to exit the empty lot.
‘Back home we have a lot of work to do, but from here Earth looks like a perfect planet,’ said Isaacman as he stepped out of space.
On Wednesday, Trump praised Isaacman for his more than 25 years of service as a successful CEO.
“Jared has demonstrated exceptional leadership, building a world-class financial technology company,” the president-elect shared.
“He also founded and served as CEO of Draken International, an aviation defense company, for over ten years, supporting the US Department of Defense, and our Allies.
