Legendary moonwalker Buzz Aldrin announced his support for Donald Trump 's presidential campaign, highlighting Trump's commitment to space exploration during his presidency.
"Over time, I have seen our government's approach to space wax and wane," Aldrin wrote in a statement. "But under the first Trump Administration, I was impressed to see how human space exploration was elevated as a policy of high importance again."
In his endorsement, Aldrin acknowledged various space initiatives from Trump's tenure, including the establishment of the Space Force . He also recognised Elon Musk , a prominent Trump supporter, for his contributions to commercial space ventures.
The connection between Trump and Aldrin began around 2019 when the former president hosted astronauts at the White House to celebrate the moon landing's 50th anniversary. During this meeting, Aldrin expressed his concerns about insufficient government support for space programs.
"Actually, I've been a little disappointed over the last 10 or 15 years," Aldrin stated then, in the presence of Nasa administrator Jim Bridenstine.
Throughout his career, Aldrin has maintained involvement in Republican politics , including speaking engagements at CPAC in 2016 and supporting various Republican candidates in different electoral races.
"Most Americans rightly consider it an honor to cast their vote for a leader they believe will best serve the nation," Aldrin wrote.
"For me, for the future of our country, to meet enormous challenges, and for the proven policy accomplishments above, I believe we are best served by voting for Donald J Trump," he added.
"Over time, I have seen our government's approach to space wax and wane," Aldrin wrote in a statement. "But under the first Trump Administration, I was impressed to see how human space exploration was elevated as a policy of high importance again."
In his endorsement, Aldrin acknowledged various space initiatives from Trump's tenure, including the establishment of the Space Force . He also recognised Elon Musk , a prominent Trump supporter, for his contributions to commercial space ventures.
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— Dr. Buzz Aldrin (@TheRealBuzz) October 30, 2024
A half-Century ago, it was an honor to serve my country in the effort to put a human being on the Moon. I am proud of what we accomplished then and I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of an enduring human presence in space – it is a calling that runs…
The connection between Trump and Aldrin began around 2019 when the former president hosted astronauts at the White House to celebrate the moon landing's 50th anniversary. During this meeting, Aldrin expressed his concerns about insufficient government support for space programs.
"Actually, I've been a little disappointed over the last 10 or 15 years," Aldrin stated then, in the presence of Nasa administrator Jim Bridenstine.
Throughout his career, Aldrin has maintained involvement in Republican politics , including speaking engagements at CPAC in 2016 and supporting various Republican candidates in different electoral races.
"Most Americans rightly consider it an honor to cast their vote for a leader they believe will best serve the nation," Aldrin wrote.
"For me, for the future of our country, to meet enormous challenges, and for the proven policy accomplishments above, I believe we are best served by voting for Donald J Trump," he added.
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