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President Trump appointed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as interim head of NASA after the withdrawal of Jared Isaacman's nomination, which was linked to tensions with Elon Musk and SpaceX, with the administration yet to select a permanent NASA administrator.
NASA officials expressed concern over significant budget cuts proposed by the White House, which could lead to layoffs, program cancellations, and a leadership vacuum, as the agency navigates a period of uncertainty and potential restructuring amid political and budgetary challenges.
A Democratic House member criticizes the Biden administration's proposed 2026 NASA budget, which includes significant cuts to NASA's overall funding and science programs, arguing that it undermines U.S. leadership in space and science. The proposal also suggests ending the SLS and Orion programs after Artemis 3, with industry and political opposition. Whitesides emphasizes the need for bipartisan support and strong leadership to sustain NASA's long-term exploration goals amid workforce reductions and leadership uncertainties.