Jared Isaacman, a billionaire astronaut and former Trump nominee, confirmed as NASA administrator amid political and industry tensions.

The U.S. Senate has confirmed billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator, concluding a months-long confirmation process marked by political and industry tensions, including a public dispute involving Elon Musk. Isaacman, a private astronaut and former Trump administration nominee, now leads the space agency amid renewed focus on lunar exploration and commercial space partnerships.