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Why does SpaceX founder Elon Musk want to deorbit the ISS?

Why does SpaceX founder Elon Musk want to deorbit the ISS?
Source: The Independent
Published: Feb, 21 2025 18:01

The billionaire’s company was awarded more than $840 million by NASA to develop the deorbit vehicle. When asked if he was suggested that the orbiting laboratory be deorbited prior to the targeted 2030 date, the Department of Government Efficiency “consultant” said that the decision is up to President Donald Trump. However, he has a recommendation.

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