The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against SpaceX, accusing the company of discriminating against asylum seekers and refugees in their hiring practices. According to the lawsuit, SpaceX allegedly discouraged and refused to hire asylees and refugees based on their citizenship status, which is a violation of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The company claimed that it was restricted by export control laws and could only hire US citizens and green card holders. However, the lawsuit argues that these laws permit the employment of US persons, including refugees and asylum seekers. The lawsuit also references public statements made by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk that were deemed discriminatory.
The lawsuit alleges that SpaceX’s hiring practices were widespread, routine, and long-standing, resulting in asylees and refugees having virtually no chance of being fairly considered for employment. It also states that the company hired only one asylum seeker between 2018 and 2022, shortly after the Justice Department began investigating the matter. Despite these allegations, SpaceX has not yet responded to the lawsuit.
This is not the first legal battle that Elon Musk and SpaceX are facing. Musk, an immigrant himself, is currently involved in other legal disputes with the federal government following his acquisition of Twitter. A judge recently accused Musk of attempting to cozy up to former President Donald Trump by denying prosecutors access to his Twitter account.
The lawsuit seeks fair consideration and back pay for asylees and refugees who were deterred or denied employment at SpaceX due to the alleged discrimination. It also calls for civil penalties and policy changes to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws.
Overall, the Biden administration is taking action to address allegations of discrimination within the hiring practices of a prominent company like SpaceX. This lawsuit emphasizes the importance of fair treatment and equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their immigration status.
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