Elon Musk’s plan to take over NASA
April 9, 2025
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Episode 1528 · April 9, 2025
Elon Musk’s plan to take over NASA
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<p>Donald Trump wants to write the next chapter in US spaceflight history.</p> <p>With billionaire tech CEO and SpaceX founder Elon Musk by his side, he’s outlined an ambitious agenda: to land the first humans on Mars before he leaves office.</p> <p>Whether or not that goal is achievable, the plan would massively reshape America’s space program to the benefit of Musk’s company.</p> <p>NASA has already suffered from Musk’s efforts to gut the federal government through the Department of Government Efficiency – and key SpaceX officials have been gaining power at the space agency.</p> <p>Today, <em>Wall Street Journal </em>reporter Emily Glazer, on Elon Musk’s plan to take over NASA.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> <em>Wall Street Journal </em>reporter, Emily Glazer.</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>Sipa USA / Scott Schilke</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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