The Artemis II crew is in space and is carrying out a full inspection of the Orion capsule that is required to get a green light to proceed toward the moon. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
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Here's where the Artemis II is right now
The Artemis II crew is in space and is carrying out a full inspection of the Orion capsule that is required to get a green light to proceed toward the moon. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Published April 2, 2026, 1:52 PM
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