Space Policy
NASA's Mars Crossroads: The 2025 Budget Decisions That Could Define America's Future in Space
NASA is staring down a pivotal set of decisions about Mars — and the choices made in 2025 will echo for decades. With international rivals accelerating their own programs and domestic budgets under pressure, the question isn't just about science anymore. It's about whether the US wants to lead humanity to Mars or watch someone else do it first.