"Ground control to Boeing: I want you to imagine for a moment how the media would cover it if Elon Musk’s SpaceX had technical problems that left two astronauts stranded in space. Wall-to-wall coverage? Live 24/7 interviews with the astronauts’ families? Endless think pieces about Elon Musk’s toxic recklessness? Yes, and yes, and oh, yes. We would know the astronauts’ names, know their hobbies, and we’d probably be encouraged to rally for their safe return. It’s funny only because at this very moment, two NASA astronauts are stranded in space, by Boeing. And though we’re allowed to make fun of Boeing planes, if you question Boeing or NASA spacecraft, you might inadvertently be praising SpaceX."
Absolute rubbish. I really don't like that douche, but we'd treat it just like we're treating this announcement. We'd recognise things aren't going to plan, we'd treat the announcements a bit cynically, but as there isn't any immediate danger to life, we'd reasonably assume they'll still make it back safely but at a later date. And then we'd chill and go about our day, just as we're doing now. Get a grip.
https://www.thefp.com/p/tgif-the-president-has-a-cold