Musk’s SpaceX Countersues DOJ, Says Case Over Refusal to Hire Refugees Is Unconstitutional

SpaceX says it is following federal law governing companies that deal with sensitive technology.

SpaceX founder Elon Musk speaks in Boca Chica Beach, Texas, on Aug. 25, 2022. Michael Gonzalez/Getty Images

Elon Musk’s space company has countersued President Joe Biden’s administration, alleging that its lawsuit against the company for refusing to hire refugees and asylees is unconstitutional.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) in August sued SpaceX, alleging that the company violated U.S. immigration law by repeatedly turning away job applicants with refugee or asylee status.