Jared Isaacman
Coverage of Jared Isaacman in the Nexus archive.
- NASA chief Jared Isaacman: The race to Mars, extraterrestrial life & Elon Musk
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman predicts humans will reach Mars in over a decade, discusses the U.S. leading the global space race, and highlights the possibility of extraterrestrial life and Elon Musk's role in America's space program.
- NASA chief Jared Isaacman tells ‘Pod Force One’ about his NIMBY solution to data center backlash
NASA chief Jared Isaacman discussed his NIMBY solution to address backlash against data centers during an appearance on the 'Pod Force One' podcast. Over 1,500 data centers were under construction nationwide as of this year.
- NASA’s moon base will be a reality and Americans will live there within 20 years, agency’s chief says
NASA’s moon base will be a reality with Americans living there within 20 years, as stated by Administrator Jared Isaacman. The agency has grand plans for the United States and space travel.
- NASA opens first major new wind tunnel in more than 40 years at Virginia facility
NASA opened its first major new wind tunnel in over 40 years at its Langley Research Center in Virginia. The Flight Dynamics Research Facility will test future aircraft and space missions, replacing older facilities and enabling advanced research for Venus, Titan, and Mars exploration.
- SpaceX launches Starship on another test flight, this time with the most advanced Starlinks
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on a test flight, deploying 20 advanced Starlink satellites. The flight, monitored by NASA, marked progress toward using Starship as a lunar lander, with the spacecraft achieving a controlled reentry into the Indian Ocean despite prior engine issues.
- NASA’s Isaacman isn’t asking the GOP for more money
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman met with House Republicans but did not request additional funding for the agency’s upcoming missions, including returning humans to the moon and building a Mars spacecraft. He emphasized NASA’s existing budget and the House’s draft bill restoring funding levels, contrasting with the White House’s 2027 budget proposal that included a 25% cut.
- US-Russian crew arrives at the International Space Station for 8-month mission
A U.S.-Russian crew, including NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina, arrived at the International Space Station for an eight-month mission. The launch from Kazakhstan highlighted ongoing U.S.-Russia cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions over Russia’s actions in Ukraine.
- NASA chief visits Russia’s space launchpad for U.S.-Russian crew launch
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman is visiting Russia's space launchpad for a scheduled launch of a U.S.-Russian crew to the International Space Station.
- NASA chief confirms agency has unexplained UFO imagery; 'we don't know what it is'
NASA head Jared Isaacman confirmed the agency has unexplained UFO imagery, stating they don't know what the objects are. He acknowledged the possibility of extraterrestrial life and noted potential evidence of microbial life on Mars. The Pentagon has released data on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).
- NASA chief flew private military jets over D.C. for July 4th despite FAA disapproval
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman flew private military jets over D.C. in a July 4th flyover with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as a passenger, despite safety objections from the FAA.
- NASA administrator: "We are very much in a space race right now" against China
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated that the U.S. is in a space race against China, aiming to land astronauts on the moon and establish a near-permanent presence. The competition between the U.S. and China focuses on lunar exploration and securing a lasting presence on the moon.
- Transcript: NASA administrator Jared Isaacman on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman participated in an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 5, 2026. The transcript details his discussion during the program.
- Transcript: NASA administrator Jared Isaacman on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman was interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 5, 2026. The transcript provides details of the discussion.
- NASA administrator says "we are very much in a space race right now" against China
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated the U.S. is in a space race with China, noting China's rapid progress in space activities.
- "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" guests for July 5, 2026
Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan's July 5, 2026 episode features NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and former CDC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Debra Houry as guests. The program will host these two officials for discussion.
- NASA barrels ahead with moon base plans, doling out nearly $600 million in new contracts
NASA is advancing its moon base plans by awarding nearly $600 million in new contracts. The Artemis II crew, including NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, has arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
- How contenders in the new space race stack up
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman announced the crew for the Artemis III mission at Johnson Space Center in Houston, expressing optimism about the mission's role in continuing exploration. The mission is part of the new space race.
- NASA leader pushes back on complaints that no women will be on the next Artemis mission
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman addresses complaints about the absence of women on the next Artemis mission, emphasizing that women hold prominent roles within the agency. Current NASA missions rarely feature all-male crews.
- NASA head defends all-male crew for Artemis, space program named after Greek goddess
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman defended the decision to use an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission, acknowledging public reactions ranging from disappointment to outrage. He cited his own experience in space as part of his rationale.
- NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA chief Jared Isaacman defends the selection of an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission, stating the choice was based on experience, expertise, and availability. The decision has sparked discussion about gender representation in space exploration.
- Nasa chief defends choice of all-male Artemis III crew
Nasa administrator Jared Isaacman defended the all-male Artemis III crew selection against criticism that it aligns with US President Donald Trump's directive to eliminate diversity and inclusion efforts. He stated the crew selection is not influenced by political appointees and aims to ensure mission success.
- Full interview: NASA administrator Jared Isaacman on moon base plans, Artemis III, more
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman discussed the Artemis III mission's complexity and NASA's plans for a moon base during an interview with CBS News' Mark Strassmann. The conversation covered future lunar exploration goals and challenges associated with the Artemis program.
- NASA chief pulls back curtain on Trump UFO files after bizarre finds surface in buried fed records
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman discussed the Trump administration's declassified UAP (unidentified aerial phenomena) files, revealing years of overlooked sightings without evidence of alien remains or ships. The disclosures include infrared footage of a 2023 F-16 intercept and military reports from regions like the Middle East, framed as 'citizen science' to encourage public analysis.
- NASA chief pulls back curtain on Trump UFO files after bizarre finds surface in buried fed records
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman discussed the Trump administration's declassified UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) files, which reveal unexplained aerial sightings but no evidence of alien remains or spacecraft. The disclosure effort aims to promote transparency and public analysis, with future releases expected from agencies like the CIA.
- NASA to pull an IKEA by dropping tons of plastic, metal, and glass on the Moon
NASA plans to establish a permanent lunar base by 2029 through 25 missions, including 21 landings, with contracts awarded to Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost, and Firefly Aerospace. The initiative aims to deliver cargo, transportation systems, and infrastructure for future human habitation and a 'lunar economy'.
- NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones at the top of the list
NASA has awarded contracts to four U.S. companies, including Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost, and Firefly Aerospace, to develop landers, lunar buggies, and drones for its moon base. The first phase aims to deliver hardware by 2028, with Artemis astronauts landing on the moon as early as 2028, followed by infrastructure development in the 2030s.
- NASA announces three new Moon missions as agency races to build permanent lunar base by end of 2026
NASA announced three Moon missions (Moon Base I, II, III) by 2026 to establish a permanent lunar base, using commercial landers from Blue Origin and Astrobotic to test technologies for sustained human presence and Mars exploration.
- NASA takes steps toward building Moon Base, including discussing a "perimeter"
NASA awarded contracts to Astrolab and Lunar Outpost to build lunar rovers for its Moon Base initiative, with delivery expected by 2028. The rovers, CLV-1 and Pegasus, will support astronaut mobility and autonomous operations on the Moon.
- Nasa selects Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin for first of three uncrewed lunar missions
NASA has selected Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin over Elon Musk’s SpaceX to conduct the first of three uncrewed lunar missions in 2024, part of a $20bn plan to build a moon base. The missions aim to lay the groundwork for future lunar exploration and infrastructure.
- Nasa selects Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin for first of three uncrewed lunar missions
NASA has selected Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin to conduct the first of three uncrewed lunar missions in 2024, aiming to build a $20 billion moon base. The announcement, made by NASA administrator Bill Nelson, marks a key step in the agency’s lunar exploration plans, prioritizing Blue Origin over SpaceX for the initial mission.
- NASA boss says three moon-based missions scheduled for 2026, more to come
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced three moon-based missions scheduled for 2026 and hinted at more than a dozen additional missions in development.
- NASA makes moon base announcement
NASA officials, including Administrator Jared Isaacman and the head of the moon base program, are set to announce plans for a sustained human presence on the moon. The announcement is scheduled for Tuesday and involves key personnel from NASA's lunar initiatives.
- Bezos rocket fell short after cryogenic leak cut engine thrust
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket failed to reach target orbit due to a cryogenic leak that froze a hydraulic line, causing a thrust anomaly during the second stage. The payload, AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird 7 satellite, will be deorbited. Nine corrective actions have been implemented, and the FAA will verify changes before the next launch.
- SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight
SpaceX launched its upgraded Starship V3 on a test flight from Texas on May 22, 2026, carrying 20 mock Starlink satellites. Despite engine issues, the spacecraft reached the Indian Ocean and exploded as expected, marking progress for NASA's Artemis moon program and future Mars missions.
- SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight
SpaceX launched its largest and most advanced Starship on a test flight, marking progress toward lunar missions. The launch occurred two days after CEO Elon Musk announced plans to take the company public, with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman highlighting its significance for moon exploration.
- NASA undertakes major reorganization to reduce bureaucracy and move faster
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced a major organizational restructuring aimed at reducing bureaucracy and improving operational efficiency. The changes will focus resources on priority objectives including the Artemis Program, lunar base development, space nuclear power, and low-Earth orbit economy. No jobs will be eliminated and no field centers will be closed.
- ESA boss tires of being dragged around by NASA mood swings
European Space Agency Director General Josef Aschbacher criticized NASA's mood swings and called for autonomy in human spaceflight, citing concerns over dependence on third parties. The ESA has been affected by NASA's fluctuating priorities and funding, including the potential cancellation of the Lunar Gateway project. Aschbacher emphasized the need for Europe to secure its freedom in space exploration.
- "I'll buy 10 of those"—NASA science chief yearns for mass-produced satellites
NASA's science chief is interested in mass-producing satellites, despite the agency launching fewer telescopes and planetary science missions than it did 25 years ago. The space agency's science budget is $7.25 billion, roughly the same as it was in 2000, adjusted for inflation. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has been focusing on human spaceflight and the Moon.
- Did Artemis II break through? Registrations at Space Camp double afterward.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman attended Space Camp as a child and later donated $10 million to support its expansion. He shared his experiences with participants and inspired them to pursue careers in aviation and space exploration. Isaacman's donation came after he flew to space twice as a private citizen on SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle.
- NASA provides some details about Artemis III, but hard decisions remain
NASA announced plans to fly the Artemis III mission in low-Earth orbit, targeting a 2027 launch to help land humans on the Moon. The agency chose this orbit to preserve resources for future missions. NASA will use a spacer to simulate an upper stage without propulsive capabilities.