NASA's proposed budget cuts could reduce its science funding by almost half. However, the US Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a version of NASA's 2026 funding legislation that maintains 2025's $7.3 billion. This decision is seen as a significant victory for NASA science. Uncertainty remains as Congress works to reconcile funding bills. Dr. John Grunsfeld, a former NASA chief scientist, expressed concern over the long-term viability of projects like the Hubble Space Telescope due to budget constraints being a continuous risk.
"I would say I'm cautiously optimistic, but that probably overstates how I'm feeling." Dr. John Grunsfeld reflects on the budget cuts to NASA's science funding.
"This is huge news for NASA science, and a complete rejection of the White House's draconian proposal," said Casey Dreier regarding recent budget updates.
"If you look at the Hubble budget, it's currently $93.3 million. It's been that number - roughly - for the last 15 years," Grunsfeld noted.
"People love Hubble. The science community rallies behind it. The American public rallies behind it, and we've been able to convince the Senate and the House to keep the same number as last year."
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