SpaceX capsule docks with ISS to bring back stranded Nasa astronauts
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SpaceX Crew-10 Docks at ISS to Relieve Stranded Astronauts
Above: Crew-10 members approach the space station aboard the Dragon spacecraft for a docking at 12:07 am March 16, 2025. Image copyright: NASA
The Spin
Republican narrative
Wilmore and Williams' extended stay and unnecessary delays in bringing them back are a failure of leadership. Former Pres. Joe Biden is solely responsible for stalling their rescue by rejecting SpaceX's previous offers to get the duo home.
Democratic narrative
The mission extension was a carefully planned operational decision to maintain proper staffing levels on the ISS and ensure critical research and maintenance could continue. In fact, NASA prioritized crew safety over unnecessary political pressure for an early return.