In a dramatic development, U.S. President Donald Trump has assigned SpaceX CEO Elon Musk with the critical mission of rescuing two NASA astronauts, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The astronauts were initially scheduled for a brief 10-day mission in June 2024. However, due to persistent technical failures in Boeing’s Starliner capsule, they have been unable to return to Earth, leading to their prolonged stay in space for over seven months.
In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, President Trump voiced his concerns about the delay, placing blame on the current administration under President Joe Biden. He referred to the astronauts’ predicament as a situation where they have been “virtually abandoned” by the federal government. Trump emphasized his personal involvement, announcing, “I have asked Elon to ‘go get’ the two brave astronauts who have been waiting for many months on the Space Station.” He expressed confidence in SpaceX’s capabilities, wishing Musk and the astronauts a safe return: “Hopefully, all will be safe. Good luck Elon.”
This unexpected mission places SpaceX at the forefront of a critical operation, further highlighting the growing role of private space companies in addressing urgent space-related issues. Musk’s SpaceX has previously proven its ability to safely deliver cargo and crew to the ISS, and this new mission underscores the company’s growing responsibility in facilitating human space exploration and rescue operations.
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