House Votes on Reopening Government; NASA Delays Moon Mission: Morning Rundown
In today’s news, the House of Representatives is set to vote on a government funding package aimed at ending a recent partial shutdown. Meanwhile, NASA has announced a delay for its Artemis II moon mission due to issues encountered during testing. Additionally, investigations continue surrounding the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother under suspicious circumstances.
House Votes to Reopen Government Amid Shutdown
The House is expected to vote on a Senate-approved funding package today. This decision comes after the government faced a partial shutdown triggered by disagreements over funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The Senate had previously approved the package with a vote of 71-29. This funding plan exceeds $1 trillion, although DHS will be funded temporarily under a two-week stopgap measure. Democratic members, including Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro, have indicated their support, emphasizing the need for community protections during this transition.
- The funding package aims to sustain government operations through September 30.
- A February 13 deadline is set to re-evaluate DHS funding.
- President Trump has expressed his backing for the legislation to boost its chances of passage.
NASA Delays Artemis II Moon Launch
NASA has postponed the Artemis II mission, which planned to send four astronauts on a lunar orbit. The decision follows complications identified in a critical rocket rehearsal earlier this week.
The space agency announced that it will forgo the upcoming launch window, originally scheduled between February and February 11. Instead, NASA now targets March for a potential launch, contingent upon thorough reviews and further testing.
- Artemis II represents the first manned mission for the Space Launch System rocket and Orion capsule.
- The launch is significant for NASA’s broader objective of returning astronauts to the Moon.
Investigation Into Guthrie’s Mother’s Disappearance
Authorities are investigating the suspicious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “TODAY” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department reports that she may have been taken from her home against her will.
Last seen outside Tucson on Saturday, Mrs. Guthrie is 84 years old and requires daily medication. Investigators describe her home as a crime scene, raising concerns over a possible abduction.
- She was last observed at home on Saturday night.
- The investigation is being treated as a potential kidnapping case.
As these significant events unfold, stay tuned for updates on the legislative process, space exploration, and ongoing investigations. For more news, visit Filmogaz.com.
