NASA's Webb Telescope Faces Crippling Budget Cuts

The $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), halfway through its primary mission, is facing potential budget cuts of up to 20%. Despite unprecedented demand for JWST observation time, NASA's budget constraints necessitate cuts impacting proposal review, data analysis, observatory efficiency, and anomaly resolution. The success of JWST relies on robust scientific community engagement and public outreach, making these cuts a significant threat to future research.