The White House will honor several leading technology executives, including the CEO of a major aerospace and electric vehicle company, with the prestigious National Medal of Science during an upcoming event focused on scientific innovation. The ceremony, part of a broader summit celebrating advancements in science, marks a rare public recognition of their contributions to cutting-edge industries. The awards highlight the administration’s emphasis on technological progress and its role in shaping modern industry. Details on the full list of recipients and the summit’s agenda remain under discussion.
President Trump will award the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk and other prominent tech executives Thursday, a White House official confirmed to The Hill’s broadcast partner, NewsNation. Musk, the head of SpaceX and Tesla, will receive this high honor at the White House’s “Science: A New Golden Age” summit. Three other tech leaders...