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United States — NASA & Donald Trump

52 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

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Regulatory
United States — NASA: Directed to facilitate commercial Moon and Mars transportation, aligning with Artemis program but also opening new commercial partnerships.
Donald Trump: Signed the memo, setting ambitious launch targets and directing agencies to support commercial space growth, enhancing his pro-business and space exploration agenda.
Aug 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
United States — NASA: United States — NASA is the lead agency extending the invitation, positioning itself as a central partner in lunar exploration. This enhances its international standing and supports its Moon Base programme.
Donald Trump: US President, co-launched TRUST Initiative, supporting the partnership.
Aug 11, 2026 · 20 articles
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Tech
United States — NASA: United States — NASA>>> announced the crew for its Artemis III mission, a crucial step in its plan to return humans to the moon. It is leading the Artemis program and awarded contracts to companies like Blue Origin>>> for lunar landers.
Donald Trump: President Donald Trump>>>'s directive to eliminate diversity and inclusion efforts in federal agencies is cited as a potential influence on United States — NASA>>>'s crew selection, leading to criticism.
Jun 09, 2026 · 67 articles
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United States — NASA: United States — NASA relies on Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket for launching landers to the moon, and the explosion could cause delays or require alternative solutions.
Donald Trump: President Donald Trump is actively involved in negotiations with Iran, military strategy, and domestic political issues, including judicial appointments and election-related policies, which are shaping the political and economic landscape.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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Domestic
United States — NASA: United States — NASA contributed materials to the release, but its role is limited to providing historical data.
Donald Trump: President Trump signed the executive order mandating the release of UAP files, which is the basis for this disclosure.
Jul 10, 2026 · 7 articles
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Business
United States — NASA: United States — NASA selected Rocket Lab for three dedicated Electron rocket launches for two science missions, providing a concrete revenue catalyst and reinforcing Rocket Lab's standing as a preferred small-launch provider.
Donald Trump: The Trump administration's announcement of a new peace deal leading to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz positively impacted Rocket Lab by reducing oil prices and improving airline profitability, which can lead to more commercial aircraft orders.
Jun 07, 2026 · 17 articles
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Tech
United States — NASA: United States — NASA collaborates on MMX but its own Perseverance sample-return mission has been effectively cancelled by the Trump administration, a setback for its Mars exploration plans.
Donald Trump: The Trump administration's cancellation of United States — NASA's Perseverance sample-return mission reduces US involvement in Mars sample return, shifting focus to other nations.
Aug 16, 2026 · 9 articles
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Accidents
United States — NASA: United States — NASA provided a preliminary assessment using satellite data, estimating that nearly 59,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed by the earthquakes, offering a broader perspective on the scale of the destruction.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration's previous actions, such as seizing former President Nicolás Maduro and supporting Delcy Rodríguez, have influenced the political context of the US aid response to Venezuela.
Apr 20, 2026 · 403 articles
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International
United States — NASA: United States — NASA is collaborating with ISRO on the NISAR mission, highlighting ongoing cooperation in the space sector between the United States and India.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration has made trade a priority, aiming to rebalance trade relationships globally. His vision, along with Narendra Modi's, is guiding the efforts to deepen trade and investment linkages between the United States and India.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
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Business
United States — NASA: United States — NASA will collaborate with SpaceX on future Artemis program missions, with SpaceX designing a lunar lander for a planned 2028 lunar landing. This partnership underscores SpaceX's critical role in national space exploration efforts.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration officials held millions in SpaceX shares ahead of the IPO, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest due to SpaceX's government contracts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 457 articles
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Domestic
United States — NASA: Mentioned as employer of Robert Shotwell; not directly affected.
Donald Trump: The donation validates his prediction and bolsters the Trump account program, a key policy initiative of his second term.
Jul 06, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
United States — NASA: United States — NASA unveiled the crew for its Artemis III mission, which will test technology for a future moon landing, marking a step in its program to return astronauts to the moon.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration is involved in the ongoing conflict with Iran, his policies on tariffs and immigration are impacting the economy, and his political clout is being tested in primary elections.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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International
United States — NASA: Discussed in Rubio-Lavrov meeting regarding resumption of contacts with Russia — Roscosmos.
Donald Trump: U.S. president whose statements on a near settlement were raised by Lavrov; administration committed to ending war.
Jul 22, 2026 · 34 articles
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Tech
United States — NASA: United States — NASA>>> officially concluded its MAVEN mission after the spacecraft became unrecoverable, marking the end of a successful Mars exploration program that exceeded its planned operational life.
Donald Trump: Former President Donald Trump>>>'s proposed budget cuts were mentioned as a past threat to the MAVEN mission's continued scientific operations.
Jun 03, 2026 · 45 articles
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Tech
United States — NASA: United States — NASA successfully completed the Artemis II mission, which is a crucial step towards its goal of establishing a sustainable lunar presence. The positive performance of the Orion capsule and heat shield, despite minor char loss, reinforces confidence in United States — NASA's future lunar missions, Artemis III and Artemis IV.
Apr 07, 2026 · 23 articles
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Business
United States — NASA: United States — NASA has secured contracts with SpaceX, which helped establish SpaceX as a major force in the global space sector. SpaceX plays a central role in United States — NASA missions.
May 29, 2026 · 321 articles
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Business
United States — NASA: United States — NASA relies on Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket for launching landers to the moon, and the explosion could cause delays or require alternative solutions.
May 26, 2026 · 9 articles
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Business
United States — NASA: United States — NASA's budget is used as a comparative figure to highlight the significant spending of SpaceX in its various units.
Mar 09, 2018 · 538 articles
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International
Nov 18, 2025 · 6 articles
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Dec 23, 2025 · 17 articles
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Dec 19, 2025 · 6 articles
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International
Dec 25, 2025 · 7 articles
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Dec 17, 2025 · 6 articles
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Feb 21, 2026 · 22 articles
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Feb 09, 2026 · 16 articles
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Feb 09, 2026 · 7 articles
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Business
Jan 28, 2026 · 10 articles
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Jan 21, 2026 · 38 articles
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Jan 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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Apr 06, 2026 · 10 articles
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