SpaceX launch site is approved as the new city of Starbase

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SpaceX's South Texas launch site is now officially the city of Starbase after a vote.
The vote passed overwhelmingly with 212 in favor and 6 against, mostly SpaceX employees.
Starbase is central to SpaceX's contracts with NASA and the Department of Defense for moon and Mars missions.
Elon Musk celebrated the approval, calling Starbase 'now a real city!' on his social platform, X.
Critics worry about Musk's increased control, including potential beach and park closures for launches.
SpaceX seeks to increase annual launches from 5 to 25, prompting legislative changes for city authority.
Local protests highlight concerns over beach access and environmental justice.
The area is small, about 1.5 square miles, with minimal infrastructure beyond SpaceX operations.

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