A top White House official had to intervene as MAGA figures engaged in a behind-the-scenes battle to become the next leader of NASA, according to a report.

President Donald Trump ended weeks of speculation on Tuesday by announcing that he has renewed his nomination of billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman to be the next NASA administrator, instead of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who has been serving as NASA’s acting administrator.

Duffy, a former reality TV star, was reportedly extremely desperate to secure the job permanently and was accused of leaking unflattering stories about Isaacman to boost his own chances. Duffy or his team allegedly handed a 67-page manifesto to Ars Technica and Politico, detailing Isaacman’s apparent plans to completely reorganize NASA.

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