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Space Shuttle Discovery Move Sparks Heated Funding Debate

10/8/2025

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Relocation of Space Shuttle Discovery from Washington, D.C., to Houston is debated.
The Big Beautiful Bill provides $85 million for the transfer.
The Smithsonian Institution claims ownership and opposes the move, citing damage to its history.
NASA and Smithsonian estimate relocation at $120-$150 million.
Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz oppose the Smithsonian; Democrats seek to block funding.

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Story summary

Relocation of Space Shuttle Discovery from Washington, D.C., to Houston is debated.
The Big Beautiful Bill provides $85 million for the transfer.
The Smithsonian Institution claims ownership and opposes the move, citing damage to its history.
NASA and Smithsonian estimate relocation at $120-$150 million.
Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz oppose the Smithsonian; Democrats seek to block funding.