Summary
Elon Musk criticized Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who is also the acting NASA Administrator. Duffy suggested that SpaceX is behind schedule in sending astronauts to the moon, pushing for more involvement from other companies like Blue Origin. Musk responded by defending SpaceX's progress and questioning Duffy's ability to lead NASA.
Key Facts
- Elon Musk owns SpaceX, a company working on space missions, and he has criticized Sean Duffy on social media.
- Sean Duffy suggested that SpaceX is behind schedule in its moon mission, which is part of NASA's goals.
- Duffy proposed that NASA should be under the Transportation Department's control.
- Musk called Duffy names online and disagreed with his views on the space program.
- Duffy mentioned considering contracts with Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin and other companies to continue space missions.
- SpaceX was given a NASA contract in 2021 over Blue Origin, but it now faces competition to meet deadlines.
- NASA's planned space missions have been delayed, with some now scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
- President Trump and Elon Musk have a mostly civil relationship, despite past disagreements.
