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flag Former South Dakota lawmaker Tim Rex to fly on private 2026 space mission for science and tech tests.

flag Tim Rex, a former South Dakota lawmaker and current Republican politician, has been selected as a payload specialist for a private space mission scheduled for launch in early 2026. flag The mission, operated by a commercial aerospace company, will carry a small crew to low Earth orbit for a multi-day flight focused on scientific experiments and technology demonstrations. flag Rex’s participation marks a significant step in the growing trend of civilian spaceflight and highlights increasing political interest in space exploration. flag Details about the mission’s specific objectives and crew composition remain limited.

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