The Trump administration’s top priority, according to Autry, is likely to be “kicking Artemis into high gear” and ensuring Artemis III—the first crewed mission to the lunar surface since Apollo—remains on track to avoid getting beaten by the Chinese. 

As you’re watching election results come in Tuesday after polls close, here are a handful of down-ballot races to watch that could have a big impact on space policy in 2025 and beyond.

“China must come to the table, and the next administration should invite them.”

Incoming US policymakers must slash regulatory red tape and boost investment in commercial space tech, according to The Aerospace Corporation.

“Hyperspectral is such a buzz word.”

Astra is raising a $50M capital round to support the development of its launch vehicle.

“We wanted to get to market faster than everyone, and we have.”

Both companies are owned by the same private equity firm, Antarctica Capital, which has been influential in finding synergies between the two businesses.