WEST PALM BEACH, Florida (Reuters) – President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering attending a SpaceX rocket launch in Texas on Tuesday, further highlighting his strong relationship with the company’s CEO, Elon Musk, one of the world’s wealthiest men.
FAA Flight Restrictions Hint at High-Profile Visit
The Federal Aviation Administration announced temporary flight restrictions on Monday over Brownsville, Texas, a standard measure often associated with notable visits. Simultaneously, airspace restrictions around Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida, will be lifted for a brief period during the same time.
Trump and Musk’s Growing Bond
Trump and Musk have cultivated a growing friendship. Musk, who also leads Tesla, has become a close advisor to Trump and is known to have stayed at the Mar-a-Lago resort. Over the weekend, Musk accompanied Trump to New York for a UFC event.
Starship’s Test Flight Gains Presidential Attention
The SpaceX launch will mark the sixth test flight of Starship, a futuristic spacecraft designed to transport humans to Mars. NASA plans to employ Starship for moon missions under the Artemis program, which aligns with Musk’s Mars-centric ambitions. Trump has previously shown enthusiasm for SpaceX’s innovation.
