Trump Reclaims Space Dominance: OKs Space Command Move to Alabama, Rebuts Death Rumors

At an Oval Office press briefing on September 2, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a major shift in U.S. defense strategy—relocating U.S. Space Command headquarters from Colorado Springs to Huntsville, Alabama, dubbed “Rocket City.” He touted the move for its potential to create over 30,000 jobs and boost regional investment. Simultaneously, Trump addressed swirling rumors about his health and speculated death, dismissing them as “fake news” and asserting his continued vitality amidst concerns over bruising and chronic venous insufficiency.