Bloomberg Businessweek Trump, Billionaire Isaacman Said to Meet About Top NASA Job
Oct 10, 2025
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Isaacman-Trump Talks Could Revive NASA Nomination
- Jared Isaacman has recently met with President Trump and other officials to discuss a possible re-nomination to lead NASA.
- The White House has made no final decision and talks are ongoing, per reporting by Ed Ludlow.
Why Isaacman's Nomination Was Withdrawn
- The original nomination was pulled in May amid concerns about political ties and SpaceX-related tensions.
- Sources say the cancellation involved Isaacman's association with Elon Musk and strained White House relations at that time.
Isaacman's Credentials Appealed To Industry
- Industry insiders viewed Isaacman as technically qualified due to private astronaut experience and industry ties.
- He had recused from SpaceX conflicts and sold financial stakes during the nomination process.