Bill Nye Fights Trump's Plan to Cut NASA Budget by 23%
Bill Nye the Science Guy is protesting the Trump administration's budget proposal that would cut NASA's funding by 23%, from $24 billion to $18.8 billion in 2027.
Bill Nye the Science Guy is fighting back against a White House budget proposal that would slash NASA's funding by nearly a quarter. The 2027 budget plan would cut NASA's money from $24 billion down to $18.8 billion.
Nye warned that these cuts could make America "cede leadership to other countries" in space exploration. He spoke with NBC News about his plans to oppose the proposed reductions.
The cuts come as NASA is working on major projects like the Artemis program to return astronauts to the moon and future missions to Mars. NASA also studies climate change, operates the International Space Station, and develops new space technologies.
Other countries, especially China, are rapidly expanding their space programs. Nye and other science advocates worry that budget cuts could put America behind in the new space race.
The budget proposal still needs approval from Congress, where it will face debate over the next several months.
NASA runs the programs that keep America ahead in space exploration, including missions to Mars and the moon. Big budget cuts could mean fewer discoveries and let other countries like China take the lead in space.
Congress will debate the NASA budget proposal over the coming months before making a final decision.
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