Summary
A proposed 47% budget cut to NASA science by the Trump administration has prompted concerns among scientists and advocates. Bill Nye, known as "the Science Guy," is leading efforts to convince Congress to maintain NASA's funding. Advocates argue these cuts could harm U.S. innovation and global leadership in space exploration.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration proposed cutting NASA's science budget by 47%.
- Bill Nye and over 300 advocates participated in a Day of Action in Washington to oppose the cuts.
- The proposed cuts coincide with a government shutdown impacting 85% of NASA staff.
- China's space program is advancing with plans for multiple major missions.
- Bill Nye has a history of advocacy, leading The Planetary Society since 2010.
- NASA contributed $75 billion to the U.S. economy in 2023, supporting 300,000 jobs.
- Critics of the cuts warn that they could waste $12 billion in taxpayer investments.
- Efforts are underway to convince Congress to oppose the proposed budget cuts.
