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  "textContent": "Several senators are asking appropriators to increase funding for NASA’s robotic Mars exploration efforts, fearing “severe and irreversible harm” if funding is not restored.\n\nThe post Senators seek increased funding for NASA Mars missions appeared first on SpaceNews.",
  "title": "Senators seek increased funding for NASA Mars missions"
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