Trump Praises Artemis II Crew for Historic Moon Orbit
Former President Donald Trump spoke with the Artemis II crew aboard the Orion spacecraft after their historic mission orbiting the moon. He congratulated the astronauts on their record-breaking journey and emphasized America's return to lunar exploration. The crew shared their incredible experiences, including seeing new lunar sights and the distant Earth.
President Trump Connects with Artemis II Astronauts After Lunar Orbit
In a historic moment following their groundbreaking mission, the Artemis II crew received a special congratulatory call from former President Donald Trump. Speaking from Mission Control in Houston, Trump became the first person to greet the astronauts after their return from the far side of the moon. The call, facilitated by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, marked a significant interaction between a former U.S. President and astronauts completing humanity’s farthest journey from Earth in over 50 years.
Artemis II Crew Achieves New Milestones
The Artemis II mission, carrying Commander Reed Weissman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch, and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen, successfully orbited the moon. This mission set a new record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth. Trump highlighted the achievement, stating, “You’ve made history and made all America really proud. Incredibly proud.” He emphasized the significance of the journey, noting that no astronaut had been to the moon since the Apollo program over five decades ago.
“America is back in many ways stronger than ever before with the hottest country anywhere in the world,” President Trump remarked during the call. “The Artemis crew flew in the most powerful rocket NASA has ever made, ever launched, traveled over a quarter of a million miles, broke the distance record set by the legendary Apollo 13.”
Astronauts Share Unforgettable Experiences
The Artemis II crew shared their awe-inspiring experiences with the former President. Mission Specialist Christina Koch described the profound moment of seeing lunar sites from a new perspective and witnessing sights no human had seen before. She also spoke about the unique experience of emerging from an eclipse to see the sun, moon, and Earth aligned.
Pilot Victor Glover spoke about the emotional return to seeing planet Earth after being out of communication for about 45 minutes. “It really just reminds you what a special place we have and how important it is for our nation to lead and not follow in exploring deep space,” Glover said.
Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen of Canada also expressed his gratitude and highlighted the international cooperation involved. He thanked Trump for America’s leadership in space exploration, noting how it inspires other nations like Canada to participate in ambitious goals.
Trump Reflects on NASA’s Importance and Future Missions
President Trump recalled his administration’s focus on revitalizing NASA and the creation of the Space Force. He stated, “I had a decision to make in my first term and the decision is what are we going to do at NASA? Are we going to have it be revived or are we going to close it down?” He expressed pride in the Space Force, calling it “my baby” and one of the most important decisions he believes he ever made.
Looking ahead, Trump reiterated the commitment to establishing a permanent presence on the moon and eventually traveling to Mars. “We’re going all out. We’re doing everything we can,” he said. “We’ll plant our flag once again and this time we won’t just leave footprints. We’ll establish a permanent presence on the moon and we’ll push on to Mars.”
A Glimpse of Future Space Endeavors
The conversation underscored the ongoing commitment to lunar exploration and the future of human spaceflight. The Artemis program aims to return astronauts to the moon and build a sustainable presence, paving the way for future missions to Mars. The call served as a powerful reminder of the nation’s dedication to pioneering new frontiers in space.
Trump concluded the call by inviting the crew to the Oval Office to celebrate their achievements, emphasizing the global attention and pride surrounding their historic mission. The exchange highlighted the collaborative spirit and ambitious vision driving humanity’s journey into the stars.
Source: BREAKING: Trump speaks to Artemis II crew aboard Orion spacecraft (YouTube)
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