'I was a good, visible target': Jared Isaacman on why Trump pulled his NASA chief nomination

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June 10, 2025, 8:00 PM

• •Jared Isaacman's nomination to be NASA administrator was withdrawn by the White House.
• •Isaacman expressed disappointment, citing the news as 'a real bummer'.
• •The withdrawal was linked to Isaacman's relationship with Elon Musk and broader political dynamics.
• •Isaacman had been expecting a Senate confirmation and had broad support.
• •Isaacman stated he would have prioritized streamlining NASA and focusing on key missions.

Jared Isaacman's nomination as NASA administrator was withdrawn by the White House, causing him to express disappointment. Isaacman, a tech entrepreneur, had passed initial vetting and expected a Senate confirmation. The decision was announced publicly, with a White House statement citing the need for alignment with Trump's agenda. The withdrawal was potentially linked to Isaacman's relationship with Elon Musk and broader political shifts.

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