Isaacman described a division of labor in which NASA establishes a sustained American presence beyond Earth while the Space Force and Pentagon protect U.S. interests and work with the civilian agency on technologies and infrastructure useful to both.
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China has announced plans to send astronauts to the moon before 2030 and is working with Russia and other countries on an International Lunar Research Station. Isaacman has framed that effort as a direct challenge to NASA’s plans for an enduring U.S.-led presence at the lunar south pole.
https://spacenews.com/isaacman-says-u-s-return-to-the-moon-carries-national-security-stakes/
