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SpaceX, Blue Origin could get quicker launch approval under FAA move to waive environmental rules

📰 source: cnbc_topnews · 💼 business

the trump administration proposed a rule to waive environmental laws like the clean water act and endangered species act for commercial space launches, aiming to speed up approvals. the faa said the move targets 'pointless' reviews that delay applicants. in fiscal 2025, the faa authorized a record 205 commercial space operations, with projections of up to 4,288 over the next decade. the rule would benefit spacex and blue origin, whose founders elon musk and jeff bezos have pushed for fewer restrictions. a 30-day public comment period follows before a final rule.

transportation secretary sean duffy said the move would 'unlock the final frontier.' the proposal follows an executive order from president trump to eliminate red tape. meanwhile, spacex was fined $150,000 in 2024 for clean water act violations, and its starship test flight was delayed. environmental groups have sued over launch impacts, but a judge dismissed one case. the rule would not affect requirements for public health or national security.

why it matters: fewer environmental hurdles could accelerate spacex and blue origin's launch cadence, lowering costs and boosting revenue for commercial space firms.

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Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues

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Homes are selling below asking in 38 of the 50 biggest U.S. cities—if you can afford one

📰 source: cnbc_topnews · 💼 business homes sold for less than their asking price in 38 of the 50 largest u.s. housing markets in june, per redfin. the biggest discounts hit florida and texas: miami and west palm beach averaged nearly 5% below asking, while houston, austin, tampa, dallas, san antonio,

China is gaining ground in AI. But the U.S. still has a major advantage

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US strikes $1.2bn deal to pay German firm to halt offshore wind projects

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Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues

Homes are selling below asking in 38 of the 50 biggest U.S. cities—if you can afford one

China is gaining ground in AI. But the U.S. still has a major advantage

US strikes $1.2bn deal to pay German firm to halt offshore wind projects