On July 3, 2025, NASA released a video message recorded by astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) in honor of Independence Day. The message was delivered by astronauts Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers, and Jonny Kim, all U.S. military officers.
The astronauts expressed their pride in serving their country and highlighted the significance of the holiday. They emphasized the importance of protecting freedoms for future generations. The video showed the astronauts in front of an American flag on the ISS.
The ISS currently hosts a diverse crew, including cosmonauts and astronauts from various space agencies. The message underscores the unity and shared values among astronauts from different nations, all working together in space exploration. The Ax-4 private crew is also aboard the station.