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www.theguardian.comDonald Trump joins Elon Musk for SpaceX Starship rocket launch
Trump's presence at the SpaceX Starship launch signifies an unprecedented alliance with Elon Musk, showcasing governmental backing for ambitious space ventures.
Despite the setback with the booster’s return, SpaceX's upper stage successfully achieved its main goal, emphasizing the importance of this test in evaluating ongoing hardware upgrades.
As Trump prepares to make fundamental decisions regarding US space policies, his close association with Musk and SpaceX is likely to influence future government contracts.
SpaceX's ability to innovate and adapt its missions was apparent during the Starship launch, where even setbacks are reframed as opportunities for further evaluation.