NASA's budget cuts raise safety concerns ahead of crewed missions

Technology Sep 30, 2025

NASA insiders have flagged some big safety worries, saying recent staff cuts and the silencing of key safety programs are making things riskier for astronauts.
According to a new US Senate report, employees feel pressured to stay quiet just to keep their jobs.

Proposed 24% budget cut for NASA in 2026

With NASA facing a proposed 24% budget cut for 2026 (dropping from $24.8 billion to $18.8 billion), staff fears are growing—especially since these cuts are being pushed even before Congress signs off.
The Senate says this move could hurt NASA's edge as China advances in space, and the lack of clear updates from leadership is only making everyone more uneasy about oversight and safety.