US Representatives worry Trump's NASA budget plan will make it harder to track dangerous asteroids

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May 16, 2025, 9:01 PM

• •NASA's NEO Surveyor mission aims to enhance hazardous asteroid detection using infrared detection.
• •The Trump administration's proposed budget cuts threaten NASA's planetary defense programs.
• •Experts emphasize the importance of funding for AI implementation in NEO tracking.
• •Uncertainty surrounds the potential impact of budget cuts on planetary defense strategies.

A recent House committee discussed NASA's plans for planetary defense, specifically the NEO Surveyor mission, which aims to improve asteroid detection. Concerns were raised about the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to NASA, potentially impacting critical science programs, including planetary defense. Experts highlighted the need for adequate funding, particularly for AI integration, and the potential consequences of budget reductions on ongoing missions. The future of planetary defense efforts hinges on the finalized budget and potential collaborations with global partners.

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