SpaceX launches Starship megarocket with Trump and Musk in attendance

SpaceX launched its Starship megarocket on Tuesday, attended by President-elect Donald Trump and allies. The Super Heavy booster failed to be caught by the "chopstick" tower and splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico due to technical issues. This test flight marks a continuation of SpaceX's efforts, but it did not achieve the expected catch, which had been successfully demonstrated in a previous test. Trump's presence highlights his growing ties with Elon Musk amid ongoing discussions about SpaceX's government contracts. Starship is the most powerful rocket ever built, boasting twice the thrust of the Saturn V rockets used in the Apollo missions. The event showcased both technological ambition and the evolving relationship between Trump and Musk.