Space exploration has been ongoing for over 50 years. Consequently, much money has already been spent. In the past, the two most powerful countries engaged in this endeavor were the USSR and USA. I think it is much too expensive.
On the one hand, people should learn everything about space, as there might have been found various valuable minerals, planets for living, or UFOs. Space is consequently crucial for people. The universe might have been used for building different weapons and for defending. However, it needs numerous funds to do it.
On the other hand, countries can build schools, hospitals, and living buildings despite losing on space. They should assist citizens who do not have a building or job. The whole budget can be given into other economic ways to create infrastructure, different tools, trains, and free universities, due to the fact that citizens reside in the world, not in space.
In conclusion, the most money has already been lost on space exploration, which has been ongoing for over 50 years. I am sure that the universe is consequently critical for everyone; however, the most essential things are creating infrastructure, new tools, trains, and new spaces for living. I think it is much too expensive, and the wealth should be spent on more vital things.