Tesla Sued for Racial Harassment and Retaliation at Fremont Factory

Tesla has tolerated racial harassment at its Fremont factory since 2015, according to a lawsuit by the EEOC.
Black employees were regularly subjected to racial slurs and saw racist graffiti throughout the factory.
Affected workers who complained faced retaliation through job changes or termination.
The allegations mirror those in previous lawsuits against Tesla for racial harassment.
The EEOC is seeking damages, backpay, and reforms to Tesla's employment practices.

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