Several sources suggest that NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft may be phased out in the next five years, making way for cheaper commercial alternatives. The Trump administration's proposed budget emphasizes human space exploration, allocating $7 billion for lunar missions and $1 billion for Mars initiatives, aiming to ensure that the U.S. surpasses China in these ventures. Nevertheless, proposed cuts to the International Space Station may face congressional resistance, revealing upcoming challenges in the budget process.
NASA will be asked to beat China to the Moon using legacy systems while seeking more affordable options for future lunar missions and Mars exploration.
The Budget allocates over $7 billion for lunar exploration and introduces $1 billion for Mars-focused programs, ensuring America's exploration efforts are efficient.
The budget intends to reduce NASA's commitment to the International Space Station while focusing its limited capacity on Moon and Mars exploration.
Congress is expected to oppose cuts to science programs and reduced ISS activities, highlighting the contentious budget process in the coming months.
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