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The White House resubmitted Matt Anderson’s nomination to serve as NASA deputy administrator, seeking Senate confirmation.
Autry’s nomination for NASA chief financial officer was withdrawn; he will not seek renomination.
NASA’s inspector general post has remained vacant since 2023, with no replacement nominated yet.
Anderson’s renomination follows prior approval for the deputy role under former Trump officials and Space Force connections.
Jared Isaacman’s prior nomination status and the related shifts in NASA leadership are part of the broader reshuffle.
Autry’s initial nomination as CFO was first submitted in 2020 and later faced a stalled confirmation process.
The Space Force Association and other groups supported Anderson’s renomination, highlighting the link between national security space and civil exploration.
The White House's action comes as NASA seeks to fill senior roles tied to Artemis and other missions.
SpaceNews reports on leadership reshuffles and nominations across NASA’s senior leadership.

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Congress approves a $643 million USAGM funding line as part of the NSRP package, signaling bipartisan urgency.
Kari Lake, a USAGM adviser, is cited as influencing talks that shaped the funding level.
The package passed both chambers and heads to President Trump for signature, ending a razor-thin political fight.
Courts previously blocked Trump’s plan to shutter USAGM, keeping funding alive and fueling negotiations.
House Republicans frame the funding tie to broader strategy amid near-party-majority constraints.
Dems and Republicans negotiated the NSRP package, reflecting bipartisan compromise despite partisan tensions.
The funding supports radio, internet, TV, and broadcasting grants in the Middle East.
The NSRP bill is a must-pass measure tied to national security and related programs.
Rep. Mark Alford and others played roles in shaping the USAGM funding outcome.

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Cornyn faces a marquee Texas primary against Paxton and Hunt, with a runoff possible if no candidate hits 50%.
The race could determine how GOP voters balance tradition and aggression in a Trump-influenced era.
Cornyn emphasizes his experience and support for border security funding amid border-wall politics.
Paxton touts his own legal-troubles past as persecution while portraying Cornyn as out of touch.
The race features large-scale ad spending, with more than $30 million invested since last summer.
A potential runoff would pit the top two finishers against each other in May if no candidate passes 50%.
Trump’s endorsement stance remains cautious, with few incumbent senators receiving his public backing.
Cornyn’s 2022 gun-law negotiations remain a point of contention among conservatives.
Observers view Cornyn as an old-guard figure whose approach may clash with a louder, more aggressive base.
The primary could reshape the Texas GOP's approach to national politics and fundraising.

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