NASA chief testifies on budget

Jared Isaacman defended the administration's proposal for NASA, which includes significant investments in deep space exploration despite overall fiscal restraint.

The Administrator highlighted the 'flawless' performance of the Orion spacecraft's heat shield during Artemis II as a major milestone for the program's future.

However, the hearing also addressed the challenges posed by a proposed 23% cut to parts of the agency's science budget, which critics like Bill Nye have called a 'huge mistake.' Isaacman emphasized that NASA remains a critical driver of American technological leadership and scientific innovation.