Elon Musk’s Starbase becomes an official city in Texas: All you need to know

SpaceX’s vision of a space exploration hub has materialized as Starbase, Texas, following a local vote. Predominantly populated by SpaceX employees, the newly incorporated city grants the company significant control over governance. This development raises concerns about corporate influence, public access, and democratic oversight in the region, as Elon Musk’s ambitions reshape South Texas. SpaceX’s vision of a space exploration hub has materialized as Starbase, Texas, following a local vote. Predominantly populated by SpaceX employees, the newly incorporated city grants the company significant control over governance. This development raises concerns about corporate influence, public access, and democratic oversight in the region, as Elon Musk’s ambitions reshape South Texas.