'Entire trip was spectacular': Trump hails Artemis II crew after historic Moon mission, eyes Mars next
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US President Donald Trump congratulated the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission after their successful return to Earth. The mission tested deep-space systems, paving the way for a planned crewed lunar landing in 2028 and future exploration of Mars.
NASA's Artemis II mission successfully returned to Earth, with the Orion spacecraft splashing down in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego, California. The crew of four astronauts traveled farther from Earth than any humans in history, reaching a record 406,771 kilometers on the far side of the Moon. The mission tested deep-space systems, including life support, navigation, and propulsion. This milestone paves the way for a planned crewed lunar landing in 2028. US President Donald Trump congratulated the crew, praising their talent and declaring that the next phase of US space exploration will be Mars.
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