Race to the Moon: US and China Compete for Lunar Dominance
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US officials express concerns over potential delays in NASA's Artemis missions, fearing that China could land astronauts on the moon first and set a precedent for future lunar activities. NASA has announced delays in its crewed missions due to issues with spacecraft's heat shield, life support system, and emergency ejection system. Congressional leaders worry about China's ambitions to become a space power and establish a lunar base by 2050, while NASA remains confident in its position in the space race.
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