SpaceX Launches New Crew to Space Station to Replace NASA's Stranded Astronauts

NASA launched replacements for two stranded astronauts to the International Space Station on Friday night, enabling their return after nine months. The new crew comprises NASA's Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers, Japan's Takuya Onishi, and Russia's Kirill Peskov. NASA arranged for a transition period between the two crews to allow Wilmore and Williams to brief the newcomers on life aboard the station. Wilmore and Williams noted that their prolonged stay has impacted their families, who have appreciated the support they received.