U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed 2026 budget would cut $6 billion from NASA, reducing its total budget by 24%. The plan ends funding for the Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion capsule after their third Artemis mission in 2027, while boosting funding for Mars-related programs by $1 billion.
The cuts would cancel major science projects and affect international partnerships, including with Europe, Japan, and Canada. Critics say the move is a step backward for U.S. space leadership.
The Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the moon, now faces major changes. Instead, the new plan supports billionaire Elon Musk’s Mars-focused vision, favoring commercial rockets like SpaceX’s Starship.
Trump’s NASA nominee, billionaire astronaut Jared Isaacman, supports the shift and awaits Senate confirmation. NASA says some components from canceled programs may still be used for future missions.
Source: CGTN
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