Billionaire spacewalker highlights Mars trip for astronauts in his bid to become NASA’s next chief

NASA Nominee Outlines New Vision for Troubled Agency

In his Senate confirmation hearing, private astronaut Jared Isaacman outlined a new vision for the troubled agency.

'For science and knowledge', which are in human nature (ANSA)

Trump’s billionaire pick to lead NASA sparks debate over the future of space exploration

Jared Isaacman, billionaire, CEO and nominee to become the next NASA administrator, faced questions on April 9, 2025, from members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation during his confirmation hearing for the position. Should the Senate confirm him, Isaacman will be the first billionaire—but not the first astronaut—to head NASA. Perhaps even more significant, he will be the first NASA administrator with significant tie…

Jared Isaacman, Trump’s Top NASA Nominee, Sets a Course for Mars

Billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman told the U.S. Senate that, under his leadership, NASA will return humans to the moon while also prepping for crewed voyages to the Red Planet

NASA Chief Nominee Appears To Contradict Elon Musk's Plans For The Moon And Mars

Jared Isaacman was also accused of having "deep personal and financial ties" to Musk, and refused to answer whether he was in the room when Trump made his nomination.

Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency

Jared Isaacman, the nominee for next NASA administrator, has traveled to orbit on two commercial space missions. AP Photo/John RaouxJared Isaacman, billionaire, CEO and nominee to become the next NASA administrator, faced questions on April 9, 2025, from members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation during his confirmation hearing for the position. Should the Senate confirm him, Isaacman will be the first billionaire –…