President Donald Trump reached out to the Artemis astronauts currently orbiting the Moon to commend them on their historic achievement, expressing pride on behalf of the entire nation. In a conversation filled with admiration, Trump hailed the astronauts as modern explorers with remarkable courage, highlighting NASA’s remarkable lunar flyby – the first in over five decades.
During the friendly exchange, President Trump emphasized America’s commitment to space exploration, vowing to maintain leadership in the cosmic domain. He took a moment to inquire about the experience on the dark side of the moon and the feeling of temporary disconnection from Earth, receiving insightful responses from the Artemis crew.
Notably, Trump mentioned engaging in discussions with Canadian Prime Minister and hockey legend Wayne Gretzky regarding Canada’s involvement in the mission. Astronaut Jeremy Hansen from the Canadian Space Agency expressed gratitude for American space leadership, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the endeavor as a testament to shared goals for humanity.
As the call concluded, President Trump extended an invitation to the astronauts to visit the White House, closing with words of congratulations and anticipation for a future meeting at the Oval Office.