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Core Points - SpaceX's rocket manufacturing and launch facility in southern Texas has been voted to become a town named "Starbase," with 173 votes in favor and only 4 against, surpassing the required 143 votes [2] - Elon Musk announced on social media that Texas's Starbase is now officially a city [3] - The area of the new town is 3.9 square kilometers, located near the U.S.-Mexico border, and the idea was initially proposed by Musk in 2021 [4] Regulatory and Environmental Considerations - Previously, SpaceX had to request road closures and restrict access to nearby state parks and beaches during rocket tests and launches, which were managed by Cameron County [6] - The Texas legislature is considering a bill to transfer these responsibilities to the newly established local government after the town's formation [6] - SpaceX is seeking FAA approval to increase its rocket launches from 5 to 25 per year, but this has faced opposition from environmentalists and local residents due to the disruptions and environmental concerns caused by the launches [7] Challenges Faced by Elon Musk - The successful vote for Starbase holds particular significance for Musk, as his reputation has declined since he became a proponent of federal budget cuts and layoffs under the Trump administration [8] - Musk's other venture, Tesla, is facing significant challenges, including a 9% year-over-year revenue decline and a 71% drop in net profit for Q1 [10] - There are reports that Tesla's board is considering finding a successor for Musk due to declining stock prices and investor dissatisfaction with his focus on government roles [10] Government Role and Future Plans - Musk plans to significantly reduce his time managing the government efficiency department starting in May, intending to focus more on Tesla while still dedicating some time to government affairs [11] - As a "special government employee," Musk's service is limited to 130 days per year, suggesting his official role may conclude by the end of May [11]