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'Biden refused SpaceX mission to bring Sunita Williams home': Elon Musk


Published on 2025-03-06 09:53:27 - cnbctv18
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  • "The astronauts were only supposed to be up there for 8 days and now have been there for 8 months," Musk posted on X (formerly Twitter). "SpaceX could have sent up another Dragon and brought them home 6 months ago,

Elon Musk has accused the Biden administration of blocking SpaceX's efforts to rescue NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, who are currently stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) due to technical issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. The astronauts were supposed to return to Earth after a mission but have been delayed due to thruster malfunctions and helium leaks. Musk expressed frustration over what he perceives as bureaucratic delays and political interference, claiming that SpaceX could have already brought the astronauts back safely. NASA, however, has not confirmed any obstruction and is working with Boeing to resolve the issues, while also considering alternative plans to ensure the astronauts' safe return.

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