Elon Musk’s controversial recent relocation from California to Texas has attracted much controversy, and some excitement, from Texans. The billionaire entrepreneur has set up his corporate campus in rural, neighboring Bastrop, Texas. He is perhaps best known for his unequivocal war on what he has dubbed the “woke mind virus.” This development comes on the heels of Musk’s decision to leave California, prompted by legislation that restricts teachers from notifying families about changes in students’ gender identity.
Musk’s New Facility and Economic Potential
In July 2024, California adopted a law that Musk opposed and blasted as a case of toxic, divisive identity politics. Moreover, he has been a frequent critic of the highly fashionable current of ideology that he views as anti-meritocratic and anti-free speech. Musk’s relocation to Texas opens the door for a potentially thrilling development. Today, he’s constructing a new facility—with his tunnel construction company, The Boring Company.
New campus in Bastrop expected to bring more than 400 jobs. It’ll spur just over $280 million in capital investment. An incredible $17.3 million grant from Gov. Local officials are thrilled, given the potential for this investment to massively pump up the local economy.
The project has not been without its struggles. Unfortunately, The Boring Company was just in the news for a different reason. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality cited them $11,876 for illegally discharging pollutants into the waters at their facility. Environmental concerns, too, have been used to delay housing construction. Now, we’re probably looking at a year or more before any noticeable improvements are evident. The controversial development plans include over 100 homes meant to house Musk’s employees…