Sep 3, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 3) – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, convened a full committee hearing titled “There’s a Bad Moon on the Rise: Why Congress and NASA Must Thwart China in the Space...
Jun 5, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 5) – The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) is deeply grateful to Chairman Cruz (R.-Texas), and the members of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Technology Committee for their leadership and clear commitment to advancing America’s space...
May 2, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 2) – The proposed NASA budget of $18.8 billion, representing a $6 billion (24%) funding reduction, is deeply concerning. It threatens our scientific capabilities and jeopardizes a sustained human presence on the Moon, undermining U.S. leadership...
Feb 26, 2025
Dear Chairman Babin, Ranking Member Lofgren, Subcommittee Chairman Haridopolos, and Ranking Member Foushee, On behalf of the over 40 members of the Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE), we are providing the following letter to be included as part of the record...
Dec 5, 2024
CDSE Supports Artemis Schedule Update WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec 5) — The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) supports NASA’s announcement of a schedule update for the Artemis-II and Artemis-III missions providing the incoming administration a sound path forward...
Jul 19, 2024
CDSE Celebrates 55th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon Landing WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 20) — The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) commemorates the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing, a historic achievement that not only marked humanity’s first...
Mar 22, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2024 CDSE Congratulates NASA and Artemis I Industry Team on Jackson Award WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) offers its congratulations to NASA and the Artemis I industry team on being honored with...
Mar 21, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2024 Coalition for Deep Space Exploration Announces Board Changes WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) is pleased to welcome two new members to its board of directors: Kristin Houston, president of...
Mar 18, 2024
March 18, 2024 Coalition for Deep Space Exploration Mourns Passing of Lt. Gen. Stafford WASHINGTON, D.C. — It is with profound sadness that the Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) notes the passing of Lt. Gen. Thomas Patten “Tom” Stafford (USAF-Ret.),...
Mar 11, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 11, 2024 Coalition for Deep Space Exploration Applauds President’s Budget Request WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) is encouraged by today’s rollout of the President’s Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2025....