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Trump’s anti-DEI executive orders could jeopardize safety of Nasa crews

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Donald Trump ’s orders on diversity, gender and remote work are compounding pre-existing staffing concerns, sources say.

Staff shortages resulting from resignations due to resignations are further compounding staffing concerns about Nasa 's ability to continue operating the International Space Station (ISS) and execute Trump 's ambitious vision for Mars exploration.

At any given time, there are only about 20 people who have been trained to perform each of the highly skilled jobs required to keep the ISS operating safely.

Statistics show Nasa is the least diverse workplace among the four major science-focused agencies including the Department of Energy , Noaa and the EPA .

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