In article ,
Jorge R. Frank wrote:
Gregory is only the *acting* administrator. O'Keefe's permanent replacement
has not yet been named. It is rare for an acting administrator at *any*
agency to make drastic changes of policy...

The one thing he might do is to put a hold on any irrevocable actions
taken by O'Keefe to close down preparations for the shuttle visit, thus
preserving the option of a servicing mission until O'Keefe's replacement
either confirms or changes the policy decision.
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