Staff Reports
The race for dominance on the lunar surface is upon us, and like clockwork, the Biden administration is faltering at the gate. Instead of leading with strength and vision, they’re barely keeping up as China eyes the Moon with ambitions of landing astronauts and building bases. And let’s not forget, they’re chatting with the Russians about planting a nuclear reactor there by the 2030s. Does this administration want us to play catch-up with our adversaries?
It’s clear: The moon’s vast and untapped resources hold untold potential. Dependable energy is crucial for humanity to make use of these assets. A nuclear reactor on the Moon can literally power a future where humans mine its riches and establish permanent colonies. Yet, liberal technocrats finding themselves behind schedule and over budget are struggling to make timely progress. The Artemis rocket program is experiencing frustrating lag times, with just a few flights since its inception. The Chinese must be rubbing their hands together in anticipation of beating us to lunar dominance.
NASA’s delayed ventures need a strong infusion of American know-how, but instead of empowering our greatest entrepreneurs, liberal policy wonks want to throw taxpayer dollars at bloated government projects. The way forward is clear: Let visionary companies led by the likes of Elon Musk take the lead with their cost-effective models. They’re far more likely to reach the moon first, with the government providing critical infrastructure like nuclear power. Trust the private sector to get it right.
U.S. to Put a Nuclear Reactor on the Moon by 2030https://t.co/cD22WWoQtx
— PJ Media (@PJMedia_com) August 5, 2025
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy’s push to replace the ISS and put a reactor on the Moon is just what we’ve been missing: a bold approach to securing American interests in space. His plan to solicit industry proposals harnesses the power of American innovation over sclerotic bureaucracy. The Chinese are eager to establish a keep-out zone on the Moon, but America must stake its claim first. It’s about ensuring that the Moon’s bountiful resources and strategic advantages benefit freedom-loving people.
Will America continue to lead the charge into this new frontier, or will we sit back while foreign powers plant their flags and control the narrative? Now is the time for decisive action—not dithering delays. Let’s champion a strong return to the Moon that solidifies our standing, fosters prosperity, and reinforces our unyielding commitment to liberty and opportunity, even in the heavens.
