NASA plans return to the Moon under Trump: key goal announced.

According to Korrespondent.net: The United States plans to return to the Moon during Donald Trump's second presidential term. This information was announced by the new NASA administrator Jared Isaacman in an interview with CNBC, which was one of his first public appearances after being confirmed by the Senate.

According to Isaacman, Trump's renewed interest in lunar exploration is a key factor for the development of 'orbital economy.' He emphasized that the Moon has significant scientific, economic, and strategic potential for the U.S., especially regarding national security.

Isaacman proposed Trump for the position of NASA chief back in December 2024, but in May 2025, the president unexpectedly withdrew his candidacy due to 'previous connections' of the candidate. Although details were not disclosed, media linked this situation to Isaacman's close ties with Elon Musk, with whom Trump had a conflict that summer. In November, Trump re-nominated Isaacman, and the candidacy was approved.

Prospects for lunar exploration

After establishing a lunar base, NASA, according to Isaacman, plans to invest in nuclear energy and nuclear engines for spacecraft, which opens new horizons for exploring the solar system.

Additionally, it has been reported that China also intends to land astronauts on the Moon by 2030.

Returning to the Moon will not only strengthen the U.S. position in space research but may also become a step towards new commercial opportunities. The competition between the U.S. and China in this sphere could significantly impact technology development and scientific discoveries in the coming years.