SpaceX Fights Back Against DOJ Discrimination Lawsuit, Says Hiring Restricted by Export Laws

SpaceX countersued the DOJ to stop a discrimination case alleging the company denied jobs to refugees and asylum seekers.
SpaceX argues the DOJ case is unconstitutional because it would not allow a jury trial.
The DOJ sued SpaceX in August, claiming it used tactics to discourage refugee/asylum applicants.
SpaceX says export control laws limit who it can hire for sensitive positions.
SpaceX denies discriminating and says it follows policies to ensure compliance with export laws.

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