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NASA Reopens Lunar Lander Contract as SpaceX Falls Behind Schedule, Sparking New Space Race

NASA is reopening its moon-landing contract after determining SpaceX is behind schedule on the Artemis III mission. The move aims to spur competition among American aerospace companies to reach the moon before China.

NASA Shakes Up Moon Mission Strategy

NASA is reopening competition for its lunar lander contract after determining that SpaceX has fallen behind schedule on the Artemis III mission, according to reports. Acting Administrator Sean Duffy announced the decision during a Monday interview, stating that the move will help ensure NASA meets its goal of returning astronauts to the moon before the end of the current presidential term.