Did Barack Obama really shut down NASA?

Answer 1

No, this is an internet myth. But it is based on something factual: the president did cut NASA's budget, and canceled another mission to the moon. However, he did not shut NASA down at all; in fact, he encouraged NASA to focus on Mars, where we have never been. So NASA is currently doing research and planning for a future journey to Mars.

Answer 2

Absolutely not. This is an internet myth, based on a misunderstanding of what actually happened. The president decided that since he needed to cut funding for certain programs to reduce the deficit, he would cut back on having another flight to the moon, since we have already been there. Instead, he focused the funding on a future voyage to Mars. So, NASA is in no danger of being shut down, and is working on sending astronauts to Mars. Presidents focus and re-focus funding to federal agencies all the time.

Answer 3

In short, No.

But he is likely to send it through another round of budget cuts that may as well be shutting it down.