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On December 18, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at ensuring American space superiority, which includes plans for the initial construction of a moon base by 2030. This initiative reflects a significant commitment to advancing the United States' capabilities in space exploration and technology.

The U.S. Senate has confirmed billionaire Jared Isaacman as NASA's 15th administrator with a vote of 67-30. Isaacman, a private astronaut and advocate for Mars missions, was nominated by former President Donald Trump and previously faced a nomination attempt that was withdrawn earlier this year. His confirmation follows a second Senate hearing where he emphasized the need for NASA to accelerate its efforts in lunar exploration to maintain U.S. leadership in space.