Elon Musk is shifting his ambitions from political influence in Washington to something far more local building his own city in Texas.
Musk is constructing a company town near Bastrop, Texas, dubbed “Snailbrook,” close to SpaceX and Boring Company facilities. The goal? Housing employees, expanding operations, and becoming the de facto leader of the area. The project includes residential homes, a Montessori school, and even plans for a mayor-style leadership structure that gives Musk greater control over governance and zoning decisions.
Locals are divided. Some are excited about the economic development and jobs. Others see it as a Silicon Valley takeover, fearing environmental degradation, rising housing costs, and loss of local identity. “He’s trying to colonize this community,” one resident said.
The move marks a dramatic pivot from Musk’s attempts to shape federal policy — now favoring local influence through private infrastructure, land ownership, and corporate clout.
