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We flew to space for America — now we're defending democracy at home

Over 100 former NASA astronauts are uniting across party lines to defend the Constitution and democratic values

By Steve Lindsey , Garrett Reisman Fox News

Published April 21, 2026 9:00am EDT

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Artemis II astronaut describes the 'beautiful thing' about their mission

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The Artemis II astronauts who recently traveled around the moon reminded us that watching humans rocket into space creates a profoundly shared sense of connection, unity and hope. Between the two of us, we’ve flown millions of miles through space. In each of those missions, we proudly represented our country, worked together to achieve a common goal and carried a responsibility to speak up if we spotted a concern.

We are former NASA astronauts, and we swore an oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. We love this country, and we believe deeply in the American values that have guided our nation for nearly 250 years. On Tuesday, April 21, we launch a new patriotic mission: to protect the Constitution and the rule of law, and to elevate leaders who are committed to getting things done and preserving American democracy for the long........

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