Elon Musk’s SpaceX Is Taking More Control of the Texas Coastline Ahead of Starship’s Next Launch

Elon Musk's SpaceX has secured more control over the Texas coastline near its Boca Chica facility in preparation for the next launch of its Starship spacecraft. The company has been granted permission to temporarily close a portion of Boca Chica beach, a popular public access area, for safety reasons during its upcoming Starship test flights. This latest move expands SpaceX's footprint in the region, as the company has already taken over several nearby properties and restricted access to the area. The decision has sparked concerns among local residents and environmental groups, who worry about the impact on public access and the surrounding ecosystem. SpaceX argues that the temporary beach closures are necessary to ensure the safety of the public during its high-risk Starship launches. The company is working towards making Starship a key part of its plans for future space exploration and eventual human missions to Mars.