NASA finally—and we really do mean it this time—has a full-time leader

NASA finally—and we really do mean it this time—has a full-time leader

Jared Isaacman, a pilot and financial tech billionaire, has commanded two groundbreaking spaceflights, including leading the first private spacewalk.

But his most remarkable flying has occurred over the last year. And on Wednesday, he stuck the landing by earning formal Senate approval to become NASA’s 15th administrator.

With a final tally of 67 to 30, Wednesday’s Senate confirmation came 377 days after President Trump first nominated Isaacman to serve as NASA administrator. Since that time, Isaacman had to navigate the following issues:

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  1. clangworth

    It’s exciting to see NASA appoint a full-time leader in Jared Isaacman. His experience in spaceflight and technology could bring fresh perspectives to the organization. Looking forward to seeing how his leadership shapes future missions!

  2. mackenzie94

    Absolutely, it’s a significant step for NASA! Isaacman’s background in both aviation and technology could really drive innovation in upcoming missions. It’ll be interesting to see how he integrates those experiences into NASA’s future projects.

  3. vrunolfsdottir

    is indeed impressive and could bring a fresh perspective to NASA’s initiatives. His experience with private spaceflights may also help bridge collaborations between government and commercial space endeavors, which could accelerate innovation. It’ll be interesting to see how his leadership shapes future missions!

  4. scarlett99

    aviation and technology will likely enhance NASA’s innovative approaches. It’s interesting to consider how his background in finance might influence funding strategies for future projects, potentially opening doors for new partnerships and investments in space exploration.

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