MAGA Figures Turn Against Trump's NASA Administrator
MAGA supporters are increasingly backing tech billionaire Jared Isaacman as the next administrator of NASA, despite Trump's initial decision to withdraw his nomination. Right-wing figures, including conservative broadcaster Benny Johnson and conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, are endorsing Isaacman, who has the backing of Elon Musk. This move could potentially shift the power dynamics within the Trump administration and NASA.
Key Takeaways:
- Benny Johnson, a prominent MAGA supporter, has endorsed Jared Isaacman for NASA administrator, citing his qualifications and patriotic values.
- Laura Loomer, another influential MAGA figure, has also backed Isaacman, praising his qualifications and patriotism.
- Isaacman's campaign has gained momentum, with Elon Musk's support and potential connections to Tech Giant companies.
- Sean Duffy, the acting administrator of NASA, has faced backlash from MAGA figures, including Elon Musk, who called him "Sean Dummy" and accused him of having a "2 digit IQ".
- The power struggle within the Trump administration and NASA is intensifying, with Isaacman potentially running against Trump's preferred candidate, Sean Duffy.
Statistics:
- 10-minute video shared by Benny Johnson flying with Isaacman in a fighter jet over Montana.
- 1 million X followers of Benny Johnson.
- 4 million followers on X for Laura Loomer.
- 2 digit IQ claimed by Elon Musk about Sean Duffy.
- 1 month since the nomination was pulled over Isaacman's previous donations to Senate Democrats.
- 1 week since Elon Musk's Twitter feud with Sean Duffy.
Sources:
- Truth Social (@realDonaldTrump/posts/114826109463640311)
- Wall Street Journal (https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-nasa-administrator-conflict-b7df4877?gaa_at=eafs&gaa_n=AWEtsqfDe3DKVqf9U7-aBBHpy2G_2L4NILa_AYQkF4SLYMCZVSjTyEic4hP8xg-duEY%3D&gaa_ts=68faa585&gaa_sig=asnE9ek_vyd-KaajFgIFovZNJ_4DQeXvHBd5Cpz3frH6YELujS4La7DiXX_87HjR3m3nW98tBs28Q7EtDTwdsg%3D%3D)
- Twitter (@elonmusk/status/1980645697390277051)
- The Daily Beast (https://www.thedailybeast.com/musk-accuses-trump-of-being-in-the-epstein-files/)