Houston: U.S. President Donald Trump visited NASA's Johnson Space Center and spoke by phone with astronauts aboard the ISS. During his visit to the space center in Houston, Texas, Trump announced plans to establish a new space training institute with standards comparable to military academies. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the United States' capabilities in space exploration and education.
According to Thai News Agency, President Trump became the first U.S. president to speak directly with an astronaut on the International Space Station via telephone from the mission control center in Houston. This historic call underscores the administration's commitment to supporting NASA's missions and advancing space exploration.
In addition to the phone call, Trump awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor to four astronauts for their successful orbit around the moon during the Artemis 2 mission in April. This recognition highlights the achievements of the NASA team and the importance of space exploration in national and scientific endeavors.