Overview of the Press Conference
On Tuesday, May 26, at 2 p.m. EDT, NASA will host a media briefing at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., to discuss the latest developments and strategic direction for the Lunar Base initiative. The event will highlight progress toward a sustained human presence on the Moon, with agency leaders sharing updates on mission plans and new industry partnerships. A live stream of the conference will be available via the NASA+ app and the agency's official YouTube channel, ensuring broad accessibility for media and the public alike.
Key Leaders to Speak
The briefing will feature remarks from top NASA officials, including:
- Jared Isaacman, NASA Administrator
- Lori Glaze, Acting Associate Administrator for the Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate
- Carlos García-Galán, Director of the Lunar Base Program (who is also a Spanish speaker, offering bilingual insights)
Following the formal presentation, subject matter experts will be available for one-on-one interviews with attending media.
Media Participation Details
Journalists who cannot attend in person may ask questions via telephone. To participate—either in person or by phone—media representatives must RSVP to the NASA Headquarters press office by 11 a.m. on May 26 via email to hq-media@mail.nasa.gov. The agency's media accreditation policy is available online (English only).
The Vision for the Lunar Base
The Lunar Base is a long-term exploration and infrastructure program aimed at enabling a sustainable human presence on the Moon, particularly at the South Pole. This initiative is designed to support scientific research, commercial activities, and international collaboration. As part of an emerging golden age of innovation, NASA plans to send astronauts on increasingly challenging missions to explore more of the lunar surface, reaping scientific discoveries and economic benefits while simultaneously laying the groundwork for future crewed missions to Mars.
Upcoming Missions and Industry Partnerships
During the press conference, agency leaders will discuss advancements in the program, including newly announced industry partners and updates on specific mission architectures. These partnerships are critical to developing the technologies and systems needed for a permanent lunar outpost. The briefing will also detail how each mission builds upon previous successes, incrementally increasing complexity to test systems and procedures for deep space exploration.
Additional Information and Contact
For more details on NASA's missions, visit the official websites:
Media inquiries can be directed to:
- Bethany Stevens – bethany.c.stevens@nasa.gov
- James Gannon – james.h.gannon@nasa.gov
- María José Viñas – maria-jose.vinasgarcia@nasa.gov
Phone: +1-202-358-1600
Last Updated: May 20, 2026