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Conservative Watchdog Group Launches Probe Into NASA's Astronaut Situation

Astronauts arrive before launch to the International Space Station, in Cape Canaveral

A conservative watchdog group has initiated a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) investigation against the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) regarding the circumstances that have led to two U.S. astronauts being stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) for an extended period.

The Oversight Project's executive director revealed that they have requested emails between NASA political appointees and the White House, including Vice President Harris' office, who serves as the chair of the National Space Council. The group is also seeking outgoing emails to Harris' presidential campaign.

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