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SpaceX lawsuit alleges discrimination against refugees

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The Biden administration has initiated a lawsuit against SpaceX, the rocket and satellite company owned by Elon Musk, alleging discriminatory hiring practices against asylum seekers and refugees.

The lawsuit claims that from at least September 2018 to May 2022, SpaceX systematically discouraged and declined to hire individuals seeking asylum or holding refugee status, based on their citizenship status, thereby violating the Immigration and Nationality Act, according to a statement from the Justice Department.

SpaceX had allegedly falsely asserted in job postings and public statements over several years that, due to federal export control laws, it could only employ U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, commonly referred to as “green card holders.”

However, the lawsuit points out that these export control laws prohibit foreign individuals from accessing export-controlled items without approval from the State Department or Department of Commerce but allow U.S. citizens, residents, refugees, and asylum seekers to be considered for such positions.

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The lawsuit further contends that immigrants had virtually no chance of being fairly considered for employment at SpaceX, and the company’s discriminatory hiring practices were routine, widespread, and long-standing, causing harm to asylees and refugees.

The Justice Department also cited Elon Musk’s public statements as examples of discriminatory behavior. For instance, a June 2020 tweet by Musk stated, “U.S. law requires at least a green card to be hired at SpaceX, as rockets are advanced weapons technology.” Additionally, in a September 2016 international conference, Musk allegedly claimed that SpaceX hires required “special permission from the Secretary of Defense or Secretary of State” to comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

SpaceX’s recruiters reportedly cited these laws to reject applicants, resulting in only one asylum seeker being hired between 2018 and 2022, four months after the Justice Department launched its investigation into the company.

SpaceX, which has received billions of dollars in contracts from federal agencies like NASA for communications and satellite technologies, has not yet commented on the lawsuit.

Elon Musk, a South African immigrant who became a naturalized U.S. citizen, is currently facing other legal battles with the federal government following his acquisition of Twitter for $44 billion last year. A recent court ruling accused Musk of trying to establish a favorable relationship with former President Donald Trump by instructing Twitter’s lawyers to deny federal prosecutors access to his account.

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COP28: Global effort to phase out fossil fuels

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World leaders at COP28 have intensified their commitment to combat climate change by embarking on a bold initiative to phase out fossil fuels.

The United Nations climate talks, held in a virtual format due to ongoing pandemic concerns, saw representatives from nearly 200 countries coming together to address the urgent need for action on the climate crisis.

The decision to focus on ending fossil fuel use marks a significant departure from previous climate negotiations.

Countries have traditionally grappled with setting emissions reduction targets, but this year’s conference places a strong emphasis on the need to transition away from the reliance on coal, oil, and natural gas. Experts argue that this shift is critical to limiting global temperature rise and avoiding the most catastrophic effects of climate change.

Key highlights of the COP28 agreement include setting ambitious deadlines for phasing out fossil fuel subsidies, promoting renewable energy sources, and encouraging the development of green technologies.

The conference also established a fund to support developing nations in their transition away from fossil fuels, recognizing that these countries often face the greatest challenges in achieving sustainability.

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Russian police raid Moscow gay clubs

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Russian authorities conducted raids on several gay clubs in Moscow, according to reports from various media outlets.

The raids have sent shockwaves through the LGBTQ+ community and have raised concerns about the ongoing crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights in Russia.

Eyewitnesses and clubgoers describe a heavy police presence during the raids, with officers reportedly detaining patrons and staff members.

The reasons behind these raids remain unclear, but they have ignited a fierce debate on social media and within human rights organizations.

International LGBTQ+ rights advocates are calling on the Russian government to address these actions and protect the rights and safety of LGBTQ+ individuals in the country.

The raids have also drawn attention to Russia’s controversial “gay propaganda” law, which has been criticized for its potential to fuel discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ people.

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UK delays Jeff Zucker’s Telegraph deal for inquiry

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The UK government has decided to put a hold on the proposed acquisition of The Telegraph newspaper by media mogul Jeff Zucker’s conglomerate.

According to a recent report, this decision has been made in order to conduct further investigations into potential regulatory concerns surrounding the deal.

The move comes amidst growing concerns over media consolidation and its impact on media diversity and competition.

The government aims to ensure that the acquisition would not result in a concentration of media power that could potentially stifle independent journalism and diverse voices in the industry.

This decision has sparked debates about the balance between media ownership and the preservation of media plurality in the UK. Supporters of the deal argue that it could lead to much-needed investments in The Telegraph, while critics worry about the potential for Zucker’s conglomerate to wield too much influence over the media landscape.

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