Search of symmetries and mathematical beauty can't 'justify' any theory in physics. The whole movement of justificationism of knowledge was dislodged after Popp

Search of symmetries and mathematical beauty can't 'justify' any theory in physics. The whole movement of justificationism of knowledge was dislodged after Popper's attack. Experiments that seek anomalies are very important. Experiments that can discover new phenomena are important. Yes, it makes pragmatic sense to NOT invest $23B; and do something else.