NASA braces for mass employee exodus

NASA is set to lose around 2,145 senior-ranking employees as part of a staff reduction initiative, according to a report by Politico. Most of those leaving hold GS-13 to GS-15 positions, and the agency is offering early retirement, buyouts, and deferred resignations. Bethany Stevens, a spokesperson for NASA, said: “NASA remains committed to our mission as we work within a more prioritized budget.” The layoffs come amid proposed budget cuts that threaten numerous science programs, and the agency currently lacks a confirmed administrator following the withdrawal of Jared Isaacman from consideration.