U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space and Technology

05/29/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/29/2026 11:09

Chairman Babin Issues Statement on New Glenn Incident at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

(Washington, D.C.) - Today, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin issued the following statement regarding last night's New Glenn incident at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station:

"I've received an initial briefing from NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Blue Origin regarding last night's New Glenn explosion at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station," said Chairman Babin. "As the investigation moves forward, we will work to fully understand the cause of this incident and assess any implications for Artemis and our broader lunar exploration goals. Maintaining momentum toward America's return to the Moon remains a national priority."<_o3a_p>

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