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U.S. Government has dropped the immigration discrimination case against SpaceX

The United States Department of Justice (DoJ) has decided to drop its lawsuit against SpaceX, which accused the aerospace company of discriminatory hiring practices against refugees and asylees.

The case, initially filed in 2023, alleged that SpaceX unfairly restricted employment opportunities to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, violating federal immigration and labor laws.

Background of the Case

The lawsuit stemmed from claims that between 2018 and 2022, SpaceX imposed hiring restrictions that went beyond what was required by U.S. export control laws.

These regulations, such as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), govern the sharing of sensitive aerospace and defense-related technology but do not explicitly prohibit hiring non-citizens with legal work authorization.

At the time of the filing, the DoJ argued that SpaceX’s hiring policies deterred qualified candidates who were either refugees or asylees from applying, leading to discriminatory hiring practices. SpaceX, on the other hand, maintained that its employment policies strictly adhered to federal regulations designed to protect national security interests.

DoJ’s Decision to Withdraw the Lawsuit

In a recent court filing in a Texas federal court, the Justice Department formally requested the dismissal of the lawsuit. The filing ensures that the case cannot be reopened in the future, effectively ending the legal battle between the government and the Elon Musk-led company.

While the DoJ has not provided a detailed explanation for dropping the case, this move comes amid increasing political discussions surrounding employment policies in high-tech industries. The decision also coincides with Musk’s growing influence in Washington, where he has been engaged in discussions on government cost-cutting measures.

SpaceX’s Stance

SpaceX has consistently refuted the allegations, stating that its hiring practices comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The company has emphasized the necessity of stringent hiring policies due to the sensitive nature of its work, which involves advanced space and military technologies.

This case highlights the complex intersection of labor laws, national security concerns, and immigration policies in the U.S. tech and aerospace sectors. With the lawsuit now dismissed, SpaceX can continue its operations without legal uncertainty regarding its hiring policies.

Lila Verma

Senior Writer at EM Power, bringing you the most compelling and in-depth coverage of Elon Musk’s groundbreaking ventures—Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and beyond. Passionate about innovation, technology, and the future Musk is building. Delivering authentic, high-quality insights with precision and speed.

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