President Donald Trump will award the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk and other prominent technology executives on Thursday, October 8, 2026, as confirmed by a White House official to The Hill’s broadcast partner, NewsNation. Musk, who is the head of SpaceX and Tesla, will receive this honor during the White House’s "Science: A New Golden Age" summit. Three other technology leaders will also be recognized at the event.
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Trump to Award National Medal of Science to Elon Musk
On October 8, 2026, President Trump will present the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk and other technology executives at the White House. The award ceremony will take place during the "Science: A New Golden Age" summit.
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