Trump signs memo to help drastically boost US space launches

U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks with cryptocurrency executives in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington D.C., U.S., August 19, 2026. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper 21 Aug 2026 05:58AM WASHINGTON, Aug 20 : U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a memo to help drastically increase the number of U.S. space launches, directing a series of actions by government agencies.The White House wants to enable at least 1,000 launches and re-entries annually by 2030, up from 178 launches last year - a figure that is 10 times higher than 2013. It calls on agencies to incentivize co-development of space transportation infrastructure with private sector partners, expedite permitting and environmental reviews and ensure adequate wireless spectrum for space launches. Source: Reuters