Guess What: There is a National Space Council Thing This Week.

Vice President Pence to Lead National Space Council Meeting at Kennedy Space Center, White House
“Vice President Pence will lead the second meeting of the National Space Council at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. “Moon, Mars, and Worlds Beyond: Winning the Next Frontier” will include testimonials from leaders in the civil, commercial, and national security sectors about the importance of the United States’ space enterprise. The Vice President will conclude his visit with a tour of Kennedy Space Center.”
NASA to Host National Space Council Meeting at Kennedy Space Center
“All media applications for credentialing must be received by 8 p.m. today, Feb. 19. … NASA Television and the agency’s website will provide live coverage of the meeting beginning at 10 a.m. EST.”
Keith’s note: Gee, a whole 8 Hours advance notice for media to make travel plans after total silence with regard to media access. Obviously the NSpC wanted to limit media attendance as much as possible. Announcing media accreditation on a Federal holiday is one of the best ways to do that. At least we can watch people talking on TV. The way this is being rolled out is 100% White House. NASA has to do exactly what the White House tells them to do – or not do – even if it means sitting on things – and then foot the bill afterward.