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Trump Announces U.S. Space Command Relocation to Alabama
President Donald Trump announced on September 2, 2025, that the U.S. Space Command headquarters will relocate from Colorado Springs to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. The move reverses a 2023 order by President Biden and places the command in the heart of a city long tied to America’s space and defense industries. Trump described the decision as both cost-effective and mission-ready, while also promising major benefits for Alabama. From Colorado to “Rocket City” Space Command, or USSPACECOM, has operated from Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado since its revival in 2019. Its mission is to oversee U.S. military operations in space, including satellite defense, missile warning systems, and secure troop communications. In today’s world, those capabilities are vital to both national defense and global deterrence. Trump said Huntsville is the right location for the command’s permanent headquarters. He called it “Rocket City,” a name the city earned through decades of innovation in rockets, missile defense, and space exploration. The presence of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center and the Army’s missile defense programs gives Huntsville deep roots in aerospace and makes it a natural home for Space Command. (MORE NEWS: LAPD Officers Pulled from Duties to Guard Kamala Harris) Why the Move Matters The choice of Huntsville is symbolic and strategic. Trump emphasized that the city has the workforce, infrastructure, and experience to handle the command’s long-term mission. Moving the headquarters there will also reduce costs and centralize military and civilian space operations in a region already tied to national defense. Senator Tommy Tuberville said the move could save nearly $480 million. He also projected that the relocation will create or support more than 30,000 jobs across Alabama, a major economic boost for the state. For local businesses and contractors, the arrival of Space Command will mean expanded opportunities and steady demand for advanced aerospace work. For FOUR YEARS, I have fought to get U.S. Space Command moved to its SELECTED home at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Thank you, @POTUS and @SecDef, for reversing Joe Biden’s political cronyism and restoring MERIT and INTEGRITY to this process. pic.twitter.com/Gkr5Vp4Uo7 — Coach Tommy Tuberville (@SenTuberville) September 2, 2025 Local Leaders Welcome the Decision Huntsville officials quickly celebrated the announcement. County leaders and the Chamber of Commerce pledged resources to help military families transition into the community. Mayor Tommy Battle said: “This decision is not about what’s best for Huntsville – it’s about being mission-focused. The decision to locate U.S. Space Command at Redstone ensures our nation is prepared to meet growing challenges in space. Huntsville is ready with our experienced workforce, resilient infrastructure and deep commitment to national defense.” The region already has a strong track record of supporting military installations, with Redstone Arsenal serving as one of the Army’s most important hubs. Leaders said the addition of Space Command will strengthen Huntsville’s position as the nation’s defense and space capital. Colorado Pushes Back In Colorado, the reaction was sharply different. Officials warned that losing Space Command would strip the state of more than $1 billion in economic activity. Representative Lauren Boebert argued that the decision would harm military readiness and disrupt thousands of families already based in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs has hosted Space Command since its return in 2019, and the community invested heavily to support the mission. State and local leaders said the sudden reversal is unfair to residents, contractors, and service members who built lives around the command’s presence there. A Debate Years in the Making The fight over Space Command’s permanent headquarters stretches back nearly five years. In 2021, the Air Force originally selected Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville after a lengthy review. That choice was based on cost, mission readiness, and infrastructure. But in 2023, President Biden reversed the decision, keeping the command in Colorado Springs. He argued that readiness concerns and the need for stability outweighed the benefits of moving. Trump’s new decision returns the command to Alabama and ends a long political tug-of-war. Strategic Importance of Space Command Space Command is one of the newest and most critical pieces of the U.S. military. Its mission extends beyond satellites. It safeguards communication networks, provides missile launch warnings, and ensures that American forces worldwide can operate with secure information. In an era when rivals like China and Russia are expanding their space programs, the command plays a vital role in protecting America’s technological edge. (MORE NEWS: Free Speech Alarm: Farage’s Wake-Up Call to Congress) Huntsville’s combination of military bases, defense companies, and research facilities makes it a powerful location to support that mission. Its decades of experience in missile defense and space development create a strong foundation for the command’s future growth. The Road Ahead Relocating U.S. Space Command won’t be simple, but they are up for the task and ready to go. The move will be phased in over several years. About 1,400 direct jobs are expected to shift to Huntsville, with more positions likely to follow as the command expands. Military planners say this approach will reduce disruption for service members and allow families time to adjust. Alabama leaders promised to support those families with housing, schools, and community programs. They also stressed that the region has the infrastructure to handle the growth, with Redstone Arsenal already hosting thousands of military and civilian workers. Following today’s White House announcement: pic.twitter.com/MvMpvPuqV8 — U.S. Space Command (@US_SpaceCom) September 2, 2025 Final Word The relocation of U.S. Space Command to Huntsville settles years of debate and puts the mission on stronger ground. The move saves money, brings thousands of jobs, and places the command in a city with a proven record in aerospace and defense. Huntsville has the workforce, the infrastructure, and the experience to carry out the mission effectively. With growing threats in space from rivals like China and Russia, the United States needs the best location possible for Space Command. Huntsville provides that advantage, and the decision ensures America is better prepared for the challenges ahead. Expose the Spin. Shatter the Narrative. Speak the Truth. At The Modern…
ICE Cooperation Gets CO Deputy Sued By AG
Mesa County, Colorado, is at the center of a heated battle over immigration enforcement, law enforcement accountability, and controversial state sanctuary laws. The issue erupted after federal immigration agents detained a Utah college student who was in the U.S. illegally following a traffic stop. Instead of focusing on the individual violating federal law, Colorado’s Attorney General chose to sue a sheriff’s deputy for cooperating with ICE. This has sparked outrage across the state. The Traffic Stop That Sparked Outrage On June 5, 2025, Deputy Alexander Zwinck pulled over 19-year-old Caroline Dias-Goncalves near Fruita, Colorado. She was allegedly tailgating a semi-truck. Zwinck issued a warning and let her go. Roughly 20 minutes later, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents stopped her vehicle and arrested her for overstaying her visa. Clearly, Colorado leadership should be holding non-citizens accountable for breaking U.S. law—not punishing officers for helping enforce it. This case raises a serious question that deserves repeating. How can someone trusted to handle patient medications as a future nurse fail to manage something as basic as a legal visa? Instead of holding her accountable, state leaders cast her as the victim, and punish those who did their jobs. How Information Was Shared with ICE Deputy Zwinck worked on a multi-agency drug task force. It included local, state, and federal officers such as Homeland Security and ICE agents. After the traffic stop, Zwinck shared Dias-Goncalves’ location and vehicle description in a Signal chat group used by the task force. As a result, ICE acted on that information and made the arrest. Nevertheless, Colorado’s new sanctuary law, Senate Bill 25-276, banned this kind of cooperation. It was signed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis only 13 days before the traffic stop. Many officers, including Deputy Zwinck, say they were unaware or confused about the sudden change imposed by the state. Long-standing practices conflicted with the new rules, leaving deputies exposed to legal action. Attorney General Sues Deputy for Doing His Job Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser filed a lawsuit against Deputy Zwinck for sharing information with Immigration Customs Enforcement. This move shocked many in law enforcement. They believe the unfair lawsuit is politically motivated. (RELATED: EXCLUSIVE: Cash Flowing Into Anti-ICE Group’s Coffers Came From Chinese Gov’t-Linked Sources) To address the fallout, Sheriff Todd Rowell said in a statement, the lawsuit “sends a demoralizing message to law enforcement officers across Colorado—that the law may be wielded selectively and publicly for maximum political effect rather than applied fairly and consistently.” He asked the Attorney General to “apply the law equally to all law enforcement and government officials instead of making Deputy Zwinck an example.” Rowell revealed that other agencies in the same task force had also shared information with ICE. None of them faced lawsuits. Even the state’s governor reportedly violated a previous sanctuary law four times without consequences. Without a doubt, the actions by this attorney general show clear political bias in how immigration laws are enforced by the state. Deputies Disciplined Amid ICE – Sanctuary Law Confusion Rowell said an internal review resulted in the department disciplining all deputies involved: “Zwinck received three weeks of unpaid leave and was reassigned to patrol. Olson received two weeks of unpaid leave and the department also reassigned him. Joe LeMoine received two days suspension. Two other commanding officers received written reprimands or counseling.” Sheriff Rowell accepted responsibility for his office’s role. He admitted deputies needed more training to clarify state law changes. Sanctuary Laws Shield Lawbreakers and Negatively Impact Law Enforcement This case highlights a larger problem. Colorado’s sanctuary laws protect those breaking immigration laws while punishing those who enforce them. The laws safeguard immigrant communities, compromise public safety, and demoralize law enforcement. The facts are clear: Dias-Goncalves overstayed her visa, a federal violation. ICE agents enforced federal law. A deputy helped by sharing information. The state punished the deputy instead of the violator. The State of Colorado openly ignores federal immigration law while punishing those who assist in enforcing it. Ultimately, officers who cooperate with federal agents do so at their own peril, facing lawsuits, career damage, and public backlash. This is unfair and undermines law and order. Conflicting state and federal directives create chaos for law enforcement. Federal law is clear: overstaying a visa is illegal, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement is tasked with handling such violations. Yet Colorado’s sanctuary policies block local officers from even sharing information with federal authorities. State policies force deputies to choose between upholding federal law or protecting themselves from political retaliation by the state. This climate of fear has shaken deputies across Colorado. Many now hesitate to work with federal agents. Multi-agency task forces risk falling apart if officers fear legal action for sharing basic information. These task forces are critical for combating drug trafficking and other serious crimes. Sheriff Rowell has urged Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to release the full Signal chat from the task force. Access to this information would show that Zwinck’s actions were not unique and that multiple officers followed long-standing protocols. Yet, state officials only singled one deputy out for legal action. In the end, this legal tug-of-war leaves law enforcement trapped. As long as political agendas override federal law, cooperation between agencies will erode and public safety will continue to suffer. What Comes Next: ICE, Accountability, and Colorado’s Crossroads
ROOKE: Blue State Should Pay The Price For Breaking America’s Greatest Promise
by Mary Rooke, commentary & analysis writer The First Amendment protects American citizens’ right to free speech, but a recently passed Colorado bill plays into left-wing ideology that violates this promise and more. Under the guise of “anti-discrimination” and adding legal protection for so-called transgender individuals, Colorado lawmakers adopted into law House Bill 25-1312, “Legal Protections for Transgender Individuals,” which may violate the First and Fourteenth Amendments. This bill puts the government and schools in charge of the welfare of children by requiring that the courts consider whether parents committed cardinal sins of transgender ideology like deadnaming or misgendering, which is now considered “coercive control” under the law. It also prevents the court from removing a child from a parent for allowing the child to receive so-called “gender-affirming care services.” These procedures are known to cause irreversible damage to children’s bodies, including removing healthy organs and loss of future fertility. Fines For Free Speech HB 25-1312 also changes the state law to include deadnaming and misgendering as discriminatory acts. This makes using biological pronouns and birth names in a public place a discriminatory practice, which could mean fines starting at $5,000 per violation. It requires teachers to use “chosen” names and pronouns, and that school districts provide clothes and other amenities for these confused children, even if the parents disapprove. Here’s the Colorado perverts responsible for passing HB 25-1312 which makes “misgendering” a form of “discrimination” empowering the state to kidnap your children. Jesus promised millstones would be His response. pic.twitter.com/s1MK4tgSNw — Sean Feucht (@seanfeucht) May 10, 2025 Defending Education, Colorado Parent Advocacy Network, Protect Kids Colorado, Do No Harm, and Dr. Travis Morrell joined to bring a complaint against state officials and others under 42 U.S.C. §1983, claiming HB 25-1312 violates the First and Fourteenth Amendments. (RELATED: Kay Hill On America’s Spiritual Revival & The Battle With Secular Power) “‘If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion or force citizens to confess by word or act their faith therein.’ West Virginia v. Barnette, 319 U.S. 624, 642 (1943). The state cannot place its thumb on the scale to favor one side of a contentious public debate. It certainly cannot stifle viewpoints it doesn’t like simply because it finds those views offensive or disagreeable,” Defending Education said in a statement. As parents sit back and watch the state remove our divine right to raise our children within the bounds of our moral values, it’s hard not to wonder when the higher courts will step in to protect our ability to do that. SCOTUS The U.S. Supreme Court did step in on behalf of children in 2024 when it reversed a lower court ruling that blocked an Idaho law to protect children from irreversible procedures progressives tout as gender-affirming care for minors. Hopefully, it doesn’t come down to SCOTUS to decide whether this law is unconstitutional. It seems like a very straightforward answer. The language of HB 25-1312 is government-compelled speech, and violations of the law result in massive penalties. The lower courts should have no reason to deny the complaint against them. Still, as parents have unfortunately experienced during the rise of transgender ideology in our country, we can’t rely on the judicial system to protect our rights. The left wants you to believe that the government has the right to sever the parent-child relationship by ending the importance of parental authority. It also wants you to believe in a false reality that sex is not immutable by forcing even non-parents to use fake names and pronouns. Their ultimate goal is to get to children. They want them so badly, and you, as their parent, stand in the way. (RELATED: Pastors Must ‘Make It Clear To Our People’ That Anti-Parent Transgender Laws Come From ‘One Political Party’) We have to fix this problem. Not only should this law be struck down as unconstitutional, but any state official who voted for or otherwise signed their name to it should face serious repercussions at the ballot box. We have to end the left’s control of our state and local governments, or these laws will continue to pass. TMM Action Follow Mary Rooke on X: @MaryRooke_ Sign up for Mary Rooke’s weekly newsletter here!