Trump administration confirms plans to build nuclear reactor on moon 

Published August 5, 2025 3:06pm ET



Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the Trump administration plans to build a nuclear reactor on the moon before China can do the same. 

Duffy, who is also serving as interim NASA administrator, confirmed the plans on Tuesday, saying energy is critical for sustaining life on the moon and future missions to Mars. 

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