U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) visited the White House Monday to discuss how the Rocket City is helping lead the effort in innovation and technology for America’s national security.
“Spent some time with [President Trump] today at the White House discussing Space Command and Golden Dome,” Strong posted on X.
Strong’s team shared more about the meeting Monday with Yellowhammer News.
“Huntsville has long served as a center of America’s defense and aerospace innovation. As the President casts a bold vision for our national defense systems, new and exciting opportunities arise for North Alabama to play a pivotal role in the development, testing, and integration of our defensive capabilities,” a spokesperson said in a statement.
“Congressman Strong has been at the forefront of advocating for North Alabama’s contributions and takes every opportunity to champion the critical work being done at Redstone Arsenal. The Congressman also expressed his gratitude to the President while sharing a firsthand look at the Space Command sign unveiling, reflecting the excitement and pride felt across North Alabama for the region’s growing role in our nation’s defense mission.”
Strong fought hard against the former Biden administration for reversing a decision during Trump’s first term that moved Space Command HQ is Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal.
Earlier this year, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his initial decision and announced from the Oval Office that U.S. Space Command’s permanent headquarters will be located in Huntsville.
Huntsville is also expected to a vital area when it comes to work for Trump Golden Dome missile defense project.
“Countries like Iran are openly chanting ‘Death to America,’ and we have to be able to protect ourselves,” U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville said earlier this year.
“You know, there’s no better place to help design this and build and operate than in my home state — Redstone Arsenal [in] Huntsville, Alabama.”
Yaffee is a contributing writer to Yellowhammer News and hosts “The Yaffee Program” weekdays 9-11 a.m. on WVNN. You can follow him on X @Yaffee
