https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jonny-kim-navy-astronaut-doctor-and-former-seal-departs-nasaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jonny-kim-navy-astronaut-doctor-and-former-seal-departs-nasahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jonny-kim-navy-astronaut-doctor-and-former-seal-departs-nasa#u55943Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:46:17 +0000Jonny Kim has departed NASA after nearly ten years to resume his military career. Kim is a 42-year-old Korean American who holds credentials as a doctor, a former Navy SEAL, and a NASA astronaut. His exit from the agency was confirmed by the Navy Times and NASA. He returns to military duty during a period where the Chief of Naval Operations has warned sailors that longer deployments will likely be necessary until the Navy can grow to its required size.Why it mattersKim represents a rare intersection of elite special operations, medicine, and aerospace expertise. His transition back to active s https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jonny-kim-navy-astronaut-doctor-and-former-seal-departs-nasahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jonny-kim-navy-astronaut-doctor-and-former-seal-departs-nasa#u51962Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:05:16 +0000Jonny Kim, a NASA astronaut, doctor, and former Navy SEAL, has departed the agency to continue his military service. Kim, a 42-year-old Korean American, had been with NASA for nearly a decade. His departure was confirmed by multiple sources, including NASA and the Navy Times.Why it mattersKim's departure marks the end of his tenure at NASA, where he served as an astronaut. He was selected as an astronaut candidate in 2013 and completed his training in 2015. Kim's background includes serving as a Navy SEAL and working as a doctor.What is confirmedJonny Kim departed NASA to continue hi