“The Smithsonian Institution owns the Discovery and holds it in trust for the American public,“ the museum stated, referencing NASA’s 2012 transfer of ownership. The shuttle, a major attraction in Virginia, draws millions annually.
NASA’s acting administrator must decide by Sunday whether to proceed, but legal experts question the federal government’s authority. “Assuming Smithsonian has valid paperwork, I don’t think Secretary Duffy or anyone in the federal government has any more authority to order the move of Discovery than you or I do,“ said attorney Nicholas O’Donnell.
The Smithsonian, while legally independent, relies heavily on federal funding, leaving it vulnerable to political pressure. A court battle seems unlikely, but the dispute underscores tensions between historical preservation and regional pride. - AFP
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