In the latest gripping episode of "This Week In Space," hosts Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik dive deep into the turbulent waters surrounding NASA, featuring insights from Casey Dreier, Chief of Space Policy at The Planetary Society.

This week has been nothing short of chaotic for NASA. With severe budget cuts looming and Congress dragging its feet, the sudden withdrawal of Jared Isaacman from the NASA Administrator role, without a named successor, has sent shockwaves through the agency.

Adding fuel to the fire, the public fallout between President Trump and Elon Musk has escalated into a social media showdown, filled with sharp barbs exchanged on platforms like Twitter and Truth Social.

To top it all off, proposed cuts to NASA's outreach and education budgets threaten to decimate these critical programs, leaving them with almost no funding. This is a crucial moment for America's top space agency, which has long stood as a symbol of innovation and peaceful exploration.

Dreier, who has been vocal about these troubling developments, joins the discussion to provide much-needed context. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in the future of space exploration!

Notable Highlights in Space News

In other space news, the tensions between Musk and Trump seem to mark the end of a once-promising alliance. We also reflect on the legacy of Marc Garneau, Canada's first astronaut, who passed away at 76. Additionally, ispace's recent setback adds another layer to an already dramatic week as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first U.S. spacewalk.

A Call to Action for NASA

The Planetary Society is urgently urging the public to reject the devastating budget proposals that threaten NASA's future. The proposed cuts could lead to the smallest budget for NASA since 1961, sparking concerns about the viability of essential missions.

With the Senate's mixed responses to the White House’s budget request, the future of missions like the Space Launch System (SLS) hangs in the balance.

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