NASA to Scale Back Support for Chandra X-Ray Observatory Due to Budget Cuts

The decision to reduce funding for the Chandra X-Ray Observatory has sparked concern among astronomers over the future of X-ray astronomy in the U.S.

NASA's 2025 budget proposal includes significant cuts to the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, reducing its budget from $68.3 million in 2023 to $41.1 million in 2025.
Astronomers criticize the proposed budget cuts, warning they could jeopardize the future of X-ray astronomy in the United States.
The budget cuts are part of NASA's broader strategy to manage a smaller overall budget, which includes a $2 billion decrease from what was requested.
NASA plans to conduct a review to explore more efficient ways of operating the Chandra and Hubble telescopes under the reduced budgets.
The Save Chandra movement urges the public and astronomers to take action to prevent the premature cancellation of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory.