It’s much faster than the NASA model. Cheaper in the long run also. NASA uses “Analysis paralysis”, takes longer to get anything done and ends up costing way more. Boeing is following in their footstep's. They were given twice the money than SpaceX and still do not have a vehicle that can take astronauts to the space station reliably. 4.6 billion vs 2.3 billion.
So, it’s ok for Canada to protect its industries by restricting trade but we are the bad guys when we want to protect ours? Canada can suck the eggs they are charging the 163% tariff on. As Trump said, we don’t need their stuff.
“So how can we reconcile with her past statements, behavior and current status?”
Actions, or lack there of, speak louder than words. Trump does what he says he will do. Promises made, promises kept. Will his appointees follow through on his promises? That is the question. It might be too soon to say for sure.
If Jim said it I have my doubts. He’s all talk and no action.