Trump issued an official White House proclamation declaring outer space open to human settlement and pledging to establish a permanent American presence beyond Earth. The proclamation, entitled "The American Declaration of Freedom in Space," states that the solar system and all of outer space are open to exploration, development, and the establishment of a permanent presence by American citizens. Trump reaffirmed some key US ambitions:

Trump issued an official White House proclamation declaring outer space open to human settlement and pledging to establish a permanent American presence beyond Earth. The proclamation, entitled "The American Declaration of Freedom in Space," states that the solar system and all of outer space are open to exploration, development, and the establishment of a permanent presence by American citizens. Trump reaffirmed some key US ambitions:

Returning American astronauts to the moon by 2028.

Establish the basis for a permanent US lunar presence.

Speed ​​up efforts to send the first American astronauts to Mars.

Expand the commercial space industry and strengthen US national security capabilities in orbit. The declaration emphasizes that space belongs to all mankind, with American research and development remaining subject to US law and international obligations. The declaration was signed on November 3, 2026. Full White House Statement: Outer Space Today.