Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore were stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) for nearly nine months instead of their scheduled eight-day mission. After a long wait, they finally returned to Earth on Wednesday at 3:27 AM, landing in the ocean off the coast of Florida. They were brought back safely via SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule.

With their unexpected extended stay in space, the question of overtime salary has sparked interest. Addressing this, former U.S. President Donald Trump made a surprising statement. When asked if the astronauts would receive additional pay, he responded, "If necessary, I will personally pay their overtime salary from my own pocket." His comments have gained significant attention in the media.

During this discussion, Trump also expressed his gratitude to Elon Musk, whose SpaceX mission successfully brought the astronauts back to Earth. He acknowledged Musk’s efforts in ensuring their safe return and praised the advancements in space exploration under his leadership.