Colorado and Alabama Battle Over Space Command HQ

The ongoing feud between Colorado and Alabama over the permanent headquarters of U.S. Space Command has escalated into yet another wasteful political showdown—one that exposes the Biden administration’s blatant disregard for military readiness in favor of partisan maneuvering.

A recent Inspector General report confirmed what conservatives have long suspected: The Biden White House interfered in the decision-making process, overturning the Trump-era plan to move Space Command’s headquarters to Huntsville, Alabama, in favor of keeping it in Colorado. The reason? Pure politics.

The Right Decision Overturned

Under the Trump administration, a thorough, merit-based review selected Huntsville as the ideal location for Space Command HQ. The decision was based on strategic advantages, cost efficiency, and the fact that Alabama’s Redstone Arsenal already hosts critical space and missile defense operations.

But when Biden took office, the decision was mysteriously reversed—despite military leaders warning that keeping Space Command in Colorado Springs would cost taxpayers over $1 billion in unnecessary expenses. The IG report confirms that Biden’s team ignored the original selection process, opting instead to placate Colorado Democrats, including Sen. Michael Bennet and Gov. Jared Polis, who lobbied aggressively to keep the headquarters in their state.

Colorado’s Dubious Claims

Colorado politicians have tried to justify this reversal by claiming that moving the command would disrupt “military readiness.” But let’s be honest—this is about money and political clout, not national security. Colorado Springs already benefits from massive defense spending, including the presence of NORAD and multiple Air Force bases. Meanwhile, Alabama was chosen precisely because it offered a more cost-effective, long-term solution.

The Biden administration’s decision reeks of political favoritism. It’s no coincidence that Colorado is a blue state that Democrats are desperate to keep in their column, while Alabama is deep red. This isn’t about what’s best for our military—it’s about what’s best for the Democratic Party.

A Waste of Taxpayer Dollars

The most egregious part of this fiasco is the financial toll. The Pentagon estimated that moving Space Command to Alabama would save taxpayers billions over time. Instead, Biden’s reversal means pouring more money into an already bloated Colorado defense infrastructure—all to score political points.

Meanwhile, Alabama’s leaders, including Sen. Tommy Tuberville, are rightly fighting back, demanding accountability for this blatant politicization of military decisions. Tuberville has even held up Pentagon nominations to force transparency—a move that Democrats have hypocritically attacked, despite their own history of obstructing military appointments for political gain.

The Bottom Line

This isn’t just a dispute between two states—it’s a symbol of how the Biden administration puts politics above national security. The original decision to move Space Command to Alabama was based on objective criteria. Biden’s reversal was based on partisan loyalty.

Conservatives must continue demanding answers. If the military is to remain effective, its decisions must be free from political meddling. The Biden administration’s interference sets a dangerous precedent—one that could weaken our defense capabilities for years to come.

Colorado may have won this round, but at what cost to the nation?