Awarding the Congressional Space Medal of Honor
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission completed a circumlunar flight in April and was subsequently presented with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, the nation's top civilian space award.
President Donald Trump personally presented the medals, recognizing the courage and technical precision required for the mission.
Artemis II served as a test flight for the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System, validating procedures for future lunar landings.
The award highlights the U.S. government's commitment to human spaceflight as a driver of scientific discovery and technological advancement.
Officials say the recognition will encourage continued progress toward lunar bases and deeper space exploration.