Accountability Alert: NASA’s Shift to Privatized Space Station Operations Risks U.S. Leadership

On the surface, the recent arrival of astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary aboard a private SpaceX flight to the International Space Station (ISS) marks a historical milestone—the first time in over 40 years that representatives from these nations have orbited Earth. This mission, orchestrated by the Houston-based company Axiom Space, is emblematic of a significant shift in how America manages its presence in space. But beneath this celebratory moment lies a deeper issue demanding scrutiny: the Trump-era move to privatize America’s space activities raises serious questions about national security, American leadership in space exploration, and taxpayer accountability. Privatization Without...