Overview

• NASA has removed references to landing the first woman and person of color on the moon from its Artemis program objectives.
• The changes align with President Trump's executive order eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices across federal agencies.
• Artemis II, scheduled for 2026, will include a diverse crew featuring the first woman, person of color, and international partner to fly around the moon.
• Artemis III, set for 2027, will mark the first human moon landing since 1972, though the crew composition remains unannounced.
• NASA's Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity has been disbanded, reflecting broader shifts in federal priorities under the Trump administration.