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President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order establishing an "America First" space policy that directs a U.S. return to the Moon by 2028 and the establishment of initial elements of a permanent lunar outpost by 2030. The Order calls for deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, strengthening capabilities to detect and counter space security threats, and creating a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. It also tasks the Assistant to the President for Science and Technology to coordinate implementation across federal agencies and to streamline procurement and workforce development.
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On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a strategic vision to establish U.S. dominance in space for national security and economic growth. The order includes ambitious goals such as returning astronauts to the Moon by 2028, constructing a permanent lunar base by 2030, and deploying nuclear reactors in Earth orbit and on the Moon by the same year. It also prioritizes the development of prototype next-generation missile defense systems as part of a "Golden Dome" shield by 2028, aligning with Executive Order 14186. (space.com)

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  1. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 08:56 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a strategic vision to establish U.S. dominance in space for national security and economic growth. The order includes ambitious goals such as returning astronauts to the Moon by 2028, constructing a permanent lunar base by 2030, and deploying nuclear reactors in Earth orbit and on the Moon by the same year. It also prioritizes the development of prototype next-generation missile defense systems as part of a "Golden Dome" shield by 2028, aligning with Executive Order 14186. (space.com)
  2. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 07:45 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a comprehensive America First space policy. The order includes objectives such as returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, and enhancing the United States' ability to detect and counter threats to its space interests. Additionally, it aims to stimulate private sector innovation by upgrading launch infrastructure and developing a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov)
  3. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 07:00 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a strategic vision to establish U.S. dominance in space for national security and economic growth. The order includes ambitious goals such as returning astronauts to the Moon by 2028, constructing a permanent lunar base by 2030, and deploying nuclear reactors in Earth orbit and on the Moon by the same year. It also prioritizes the development of prototype next-generation missile defense systems as part of a "Golden Dome" shield by 2028, aligning with Executive Order 14186. (space.com) The directive closely follows ongoing NASA initiatives, including the Artemis program and the development of nuclear power systems for lunar missions. Jared Isaacman was named the new NASA Administrator, replacing acting chief Sean Duffy. (space.com) The order pushes for $50 billion in private space investment by 2028, increased launch frequency, and the establishment of private space stations by the time the ISS retires in 2030. Agencies are required to submit action plans within 90 days, assessing underperforming programs. (space.com)
  4. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 05:52 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a comprehensive America First space policy. The order sets ambitious goals, including returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, and enhancing the United States' ability to detect and counter security threats to its space interests. Additionally, it aims to stimulate private sector innovation by upgrading launch infrastructure and developing a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov)
  5. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 05:04 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," which outlines a comprehensive vision for an America First space policy. The order includes objectives such as returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, enhancing the detection and countering of security threats to U.S. space interests, and fostering private sector innovation through infrastructure upgrades and the development of a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov) These initiatives aim to ensure the United States leads the world in space exploration, security, and commerce. Therefore, the statement that an Executive Order was signed to establish an America First space policy is accurate.
  6. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 04:22 AMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," which outlines a comprehensive vision for an America First space policy. The order emphasizes U.S. leadership in space exploration, security, and commerce, including objectives such as returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, and enhancing the ability to detect and counter threats to U.S. space interests. (whitehouse.gov) Additionally, the order aims to stimulate private sector innovation by upgrading launch infrastructure and developing a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov)
  7. Update · Dec 21, 2025, 02:53 AMUnverifiable
    The statement claims that President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order establishing an America First space policy on December 18, 2025. However, as of now, it is not possible to verify this claim through credible sources or official announcements since the relevant documents or news have not yet been made available publicly. Therefore, the verdict is 'Unverifiable' due to a lack of accessible evidence.
  8. Update · Dec 20, 2025, 11:45 PMTrue
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a comprehensive America First space policy. The order includes objectives such as returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, and enhancing the United States' ability to detect and counter threats to its space interests. Additionally, it aims to stimulate private sector innovation by upgrading launch infrastructure and developing a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov)
  9. Update · Dec 20, 2025, 08:43 AMcomplete
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a strategic vision to establish U.S. dominance in space for national security and economic growth. The order includes ambitious goals such as returning astronauts to the Moon by 2028, constructing a permanent lunar base by 2030, and deploying nuclear reactors in Earth orbit and on the Moon by the same year. It also prioritizes the development of prototype next-generation missile defense systems as part of a "Golden Dome" shield by 2028, aligning with Executive Order 14186. (space.com)
  10. Update · Dec 19, 2025, 07:33 AMcomplete
    On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," outlining a comprehensive America First space policy. The order includes objectives such as returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon and in orbit, and enhancing the United States' ability to detect and counter threats to its space interests. Additionally, it aims to stimulate private sector innovation by upgrading launch infrastructure and developing a commercial pathway to replace the International Space Station by 2030. (whitehouse.gov)
  11. Original article · Dec 18, 2025
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