President Donald Trump said on Friday that he will sign an executive order to establish a new national academy, the U.S. Space Academy, as part of efforts to advance U.S. space capabilities.
The announcement was made during a visit to NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, where Trump outlined the initiative as a significant step for the country's space program. The executive order is expected to formalize the creation of the academy, though further details on structure, funding, and operational timelines were not disclosed.
Trump described the academy as "a big deal," emphasizing its role in national space development. The Johnson Space Center, a key NASA facility, will serve as the academy's base, reinforcing the administration's focus on leveraging existing infrastructure for new initiatives.
The announcement follows recent policy discussions around expanding U.S. leadership in space exploration and technology. While the order's specifics remain unclear, the move aligns with broader efforts to enhance the country's competitive position in the sector.
