The Defense Department inspector general’s review has failed to determine why Colorado was chosen over Alabama for the permanent location of U.S. Space Command. The controversial decision, made in 2023, is expected to be reversed by the Trump administration. The report cited a lack of access to senior defense officials during the Biden administration as a reason for the uncertainty surrounding the selection process. The location of U.S. Space Command carries significant economic implications, with the rapid growth in national defense spending on space-based communications and defenses.
In 2021, the Air Force initially identified Army Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, as the preferred site for the new headquarters due to cost and other factors. However, a temporary headquarters had already been established in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and President Joe Biden later designated it as the permanent location. Alabama’s Republican congressional delegation criticized the decision as politically motivated, while Colorado, with bipartisan support from lawmakers, is already home to numerous Air Force and U.S. Space Force facilities.
Meanwhile, in Pueblo, the City Council has postponed a vote on a proposed no sit or lie ordinance that would prohibit sitting or lying down on sidewalks in certain areas, including the downtown business district. The issue has sparked debate among locals, with opinions divided on whether such an ordinance would benefit or harm the community. The vote has been rescheduled for April 28, allowing for further discussion and consideration of the potential impact on the city.
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