US Aims for Lunar Base, Nuclear Power in Space
Update: 2025-12-18
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The White House has unveiled a new space policy, aiming to lead the next era of exploration and development. The Ensuring American Space Superiority executive order sets ambitious goals, including sending Americans back to the Moon by 2028 and establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030. The plan focuses on national security, with new missile defense technologies and monitoring systems. It also prepares for detecting and countering potential nuclear weapons in space. The administration seeks to attract $50 billion in private investment and accelerate rocket launches. A notable provision is the plan to deploy nuclear power systems in space, including a lunar surface reactor. The plan also addresses orbital congestion, setting global standards for navigation. While supporters see it as essential for growth and defense, critics worry about costs and uncertain funding.
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