Sen. Mark Kelly publicly criticized Elon Musk, charging that the SpaceX CEO was too afraid to step into space. This backlash followed Musk's derogatory remarks about astronaut Andreas Mogensen, who had refuted Musk's claims regarding NASA's handling of astronaut logistics. Mogensen's defense was supported by fellow astronaut Scott Kelly, who denounced Musk's untruths and disrespectful rhetoric. Musk retaliated, labeling both Kelly brothers as untrustworthy and political. The situation illustrates a deeper conflict between respected figures in space exploration and the controversial tech billionaire's public persona.
Sen. Mark Kelly criticized Elon Musk, suggesting that Musk is too frightened to venture into space, igniting further backlash from astronauts against the billionaire's remarks.
In responding to Musk's attacks on astronaut Andreas Mogensen, who was defended by Scott Kelly, Mark Kelly called out Musk's unsubstantiated claims about NASA's decisions.
Musk's offhand comments about NASA's astronauts highlighted his confrontational style, leading Scott Kelly to emphasize the integrity and competence of fellow astronaut Mogensen.
Both Moderators and astronauts have condemned Musk's dismissive rhetoric, demonstrating a growing rift between influential figures in space exploration and the tech billionaire.
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