NASA employees are organizing a protest called "Moon Day" on July 20 to push back against massive layoffs and budget cuts they say are being forced through by agency leadership. Workers accuse NASA of going beyond what’s required by the White House’s proposed budget, slashing science programs and jobs unnecessarily. One employee summed it up: "This year has been an utter nightmare that has not stopped."

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about budgets—it’s about people’s livelihoods and the future of space exploration. If NASA cuts too deep, it could stall critical missions and lose top talent. The protest highlights growing frustration among scientists and engineers who feel their work is being undervalued. For a agency that’s supposed to inspire, this kind of turmoil sends the wrong message.