Here’s What You Should Know About President Trump’s Pick To Lead NASA

With all the progress being made by private-sector space exploration companies like SpaceX, the government-funded work of NASA has taken a backseat in recent years.

When President Donald Trump returns to office in January, however, he’s poised to reinvigorate the agency, in part by nominating Jared Isaacman to lead it.

Although he might not be a household name, The Hill recently provided a rundown of his qualifications:

“Jared will drive NASA’s mission of discovery and inspiration, paving the way for groundbreaking achievements in Space science, technology, and exploration,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social, citing Isaacman’s ability to lead as the founder and chief executive of Shift4, a payment processing company.