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"Congressional Gridlock Delays Mars Life Discovery and Triggers JPL Layoffs"

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which plays a key role in Mars exploration, has cut hundreds of jobs due to a pause in the Mars Sample Return program caused by congressional gridlock over NASA's budget. Lawmakers, including Rep. Judy Chu and Sen. Alex Padilla, are urging the Biden administration to restore funding and prevent further job cuts, expressing concerns that the program could be canceled without congressional authorization. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson stated that an independent review board is assessing the future of the sample return program, which aims to bring Martian rocks and dust back to Earth for analysis.

via POLITICO|

#budget-cuts #congressional-gridlock #jet-propulsion-laboratory

defenseinternational-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Defense Head Urges Unwavering American Leadership Amid Troubling Times"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced calls for American isolationism and emphasized the need for sustained U.S. leadership to maintain global security and prosperity. He urged Congress to end partisan gridlock and pass the federal budget and war spending. Austin defended U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas and Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. He warned that the world would become more dangerous if aggressors believed they could act without consequences. Austin also highlighted the importance of passing supplemental funding for the wars and criticized the Senate's failure to confirm military nominations, which threatens readiness and national security.

via Yahoo News|

#american-leadership #congressional-gridlock #defense-secretary-lloyd-austin

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Republicans Remain Hopeful for House Speaker Despite Ongoing Dysfunction"

House Republicans will hold closed-door internal votes to determine their next speaker nominee after 21 days of dysfunction and chaos. Despite the challenges, some party members remain optimistic about reaching a resolution and getting back to work. Whip Tom Emmer and Florida Rep. Byron Donalds have garnered support, but the party is still far from being united behind one candidate. The next nominee can only afford to lose four votes, creating a difficult task in a divided conference. The House has been engulfed in chaos since the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and Republicans have yet to find a candidate who can secure the necessary votes.

via Daily Mail|

#congressional-gridlock #dysfunction #gop

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Push for Increased Power: Tennessee Lawmaker Urges GOP to Work Through Weekend to Elect Speaker"

Tennessee Republican lawmaker Andy Ogles is urging his fellow House GOP lawmakers to convene and "lock the door" until a new Speaker of the House is chosen, even if it means sacrificing the weekend. Ogles argues that the drawn-out competition damages the party's credibility and calls for a consensus to be reached to address pressing issues such as the opioid crisis, border crisis, spending crisis, and the recent attack against Israel. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, who was initially chosen as the GOP's nominee for speaker, dropped out of the race due to lack of support. House Republicans are expected to meet on Friday to select a new candidate.

via Fox News|

#congressional-gridlock #gop #house-speaker