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The moon, then Mars: Artemis II advances amid budget scrutiny

UNITED STATES, AUG 2 – The Artemis II mission aims to restore U.S. lunar presence and counter international rivals amid a proposed 24% NASA budget cut, with Congress securing funding for later missions.

  • As NASA prepares for Artemis II to launch soon, the crew will orbit the moon, advancing America's return to lunar space.
  • The White House proposed ending Artemis after Three and slashing NASA funding by $6 billion, roughly 24%, prompting lawmakers to secure funding for Artemis Four and Five.
  • The agency reports 14,000 remaining civilian employees, with two waves accepting deferred resignation offers, and Cheryl Warner emphasized safety as the agency streamlines for Moon and Mars.
  • Glover, NASA official, said `We are clear-eyed on making Artemis II a success, and that's the best way to get them to care, to invest`, emphasizing the mission's role in deterring adversaries including Russia and China.
  • Amid leadership uncertainty, NASA prepares for Artemis II launch eight months away, after the administration withdrew Jared Isaacman's nomination, causing management challenges.
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WLWT broke the news in Cincinnati, United States on Saturday, August 2, 2025.
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