<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>NASA is facing the loss of at least 2,145 senior staff members due to proposed budget cuts by the Trump administration.</li><li>The departing staff members are mostly in senior positions with specialized skills, impacting critical mission areas and support roles.</li><li>These exits could significantly affect future research and missions, including NASA's plan to send astronauts to the Moon in 2026.</li><li>While Congress may alter the budget, the voluntary staff departures could already cause damage, jeopardizing upcoming missions and projects.</li></ul>

NASA will lose over 2,000 senior staff due to proposed Trump budget cuts

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