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Trump Administration Eyes Falcon Heavy for Lunar Missions

1/15/2025

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The Trump Administration is considering scrapping the Space Launch System, potentially pivoting to the Falcon Heavy for lunar missions. Spearheaded by Mike Griffin and Lisa Porter, this strategy aims to deploy an Orion spacecraft and lunar lander to Low Lunar Orbit, providing a swift and budget-friendly response to China's growing presence on the moon.

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The Trump Administration is considering scrapping the Space Launch System, potentially pivoting to the Falcon Heavy for lunar missions. Spearheaded by Mike Griffin and Lisa Porter, this strategy aims to deploy an Orion spacecraft and lunar lander to Low Lunar Orbit, providing a swift and budget-friendly response to China's growing presence on the moon.