The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is discontinuing its lawsuit against SpaceX, which was initiated in August 2023 over claims of employment discrimination against immigrants. The DOJ's filing in Texas indicates they intend to withdraw the complaint with prejudice, preventing future litigation on this matter. SpaceX's defense emphasized compliance with export control regulations, stating that legal limitations necessitate hiring U.S. citizens for national security contracts. The decision marks a significant step in resolving the case.
The U.S. Department of Justice is dropping its case against SpaceX regarding alleged refusal to hire immigrants, citing compliance with export control laws.
The DOJ will dismiss the lawsuit "with prejudice," meaning it cannot be refiled, following claims that SpaceX adhered to strict hiring protocols.
SpaceX argued that its hiring policies are in compliance with federal export laws, and noted that it has government contracts that require U.S. citizenship.
The DOJ's lawsuit, initiated in August 2023, alleged discrimination against asylum seekers and refugees during a period between 2018 and 2022.
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