Congress wants the International Space Station to keep flying until 2032. Here's why

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The International Space Station Set to Operate Until 2032 as Congress Pushes for Extension

In a bid to extend the life of the International Space Station (ISS) until 2032, Congress aims to ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of human space exploration. Originally scheduled to retire by 2030, the ISS’s potential extension stems from national security, geopolitical concerns, and the lack of fully operational commercial space stations to take over its role. According to Space.com, this decision reflects the priority placed on preser…