White House to Host Nuclear Energy CEOs for Advanced Reactor Milestone

President is expected to host CEOs from leading advanced nuclear companies at the White House to mark a major milestone in the administration’s push to accelerate next-generation reactors. The event follows the recent achievement of multiple U.S. microreactors reaching first criticality under the Reactor Pilot Program, highlighting progress toward commercial deployment. It also reinforces the administration’s broader pro-nuclear agenda, including recent executive actions, AI-focused nuclear initiatives, and efforts to streamline licensing and deployment. While the meeting is symbolic, it signals continued high-level White House support for advanced nuclear and companies developing next-generation reactors.