Trump's NASA Pick: Moon Return Is Urgent | China in Focus

Trump's NASA Pick: Moon Return Is Urgent | China in Focus

Published: December 5, 2025

Duration: 22:03

Jared Isaacman, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead NASA, is warning senators that it’s time to take action to counter Beijing in space because the conseequences of falling behind are severe. He says, “If we fall behind… the consequences could shift the balance of power here on Earth.”

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