<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>U.S. President Trump appoints Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy as acting NASA Administrator amidst budget cuts and layoffs.</li><li>Duffy, with no formal science or space background, will fulfill roles at both DOT and NASA concurrently, focusing on Trump’s policy goals, including significant budget cuts.</li><li>Historically, NASA Administrators have been former astronauts or long-time NASA officials, making Duffy's appointment unique.</li><li>Trump's nomination of billionaire Jared Isaacman as NASA Administrator was withdrawn, reportedly straining his relationship with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.</li></ul>

Trump taps transportation secretary Sean Duffy as acting NASA chief

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