Retired United States Air Force Brigadier General Buzz Aldrin, a famed NASA astronaut, endorsed former President Donald Trump this week.
Aldrin, the second person to walk on the moon, said that he was impressed by how Trump prioritized space exploration during his time in office.
“Under President Trump’s first term, America saw a revitalized interest in space,” he said. “His Administration reignited national efforts to get back to the Moon, and push on to Mars – programs that continue today.”
“The Trump Administration also reinstituted the National Space Council, so leading voices could advocate for the importance of space to America,” he continued. “Finally, under President Trump, the Nation’s defense was enhanced with the creation of the U.S. Space Force– increasingly important as space becomes a contested domain.”
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He said he was also excited by individuals pushing for space exploration in the private sector, namely Elon Musk, who he called a “visionary.”
He said he was deeply concerned about the global security landscape, domestic economic concerns, and stability in local communities.
“The Presidency requires an understanding of human nature, clarity in judgement, decisiveness, knowledge, understanding, and calm under pressures few have a natural ability to manage, or the life experience to successfully undertake,” he said. “It is a job where decisions are made that routinely involve American lives – some urgently but not without thought. The job requires sober analysis of frightening scenarios, and the instinct to lead with resolve.”
He said that he understands the importance of having certain leadership qualities based on his combat experience during the Korean War.
“Most citizens rightly consider it an honor to cast their vote for a leader they believe will best serve the Nation – our government by, for and of the people,” he said. “For me, for the future of our Nation, to meet enormous challenges, and for the proven policy accomplishments above, I believe the nation is best served by voting for Donald J. Trump.”
“I wholeheartedly endorse him for President of the United States,” he concluded. “Godspeed President Trump, and God Bless the United States of America.”
