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Cameron County Votes to Make Starbase a City

5/6/2025

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In a historic move, residents of Cameron County, Texas, have voted 212 to 6 to officially establish Starbase as a city, now spanning 1.6 square miles. Governed by SpaceX employees, including newly elected mayor Bobby Peden, the decision has sparked debate, with critics voicing worries about environmental consequences and corporate dominance in the area.

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In a historic move, residents of Cameron County, Texas, have voted 212 to 6 to officially establish Starbase as a city, now spanning 1.6 square miles. Governed by SpaceX employees, including newly elected mayor Bobby Peden, the decision has sparked debate, with critics voicing worries about environmental consequences and corporate dominance in the area.