""Mr. Musk controls 'one of the most extensive communications networks on the planet,' and ... 'just last week' Mr. Musk was 'speaking about political retribution on a national stage,'" was one comment cited by SpaceX in court papers."
"Blumenfeld dismissed the lawsuit in March 2025 but allowed SpaceX to amend and refile its complaint. In August, he dismissed multiple causes of action in the second complaint, including claims for financial damages against individual commissioners, but allowed others to move forward."
SpaceX and the California Coastal Commission reached a settlement over a lawsuit concerning the regulation of rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The lawsuit arose after the commission denied SpaceX's plan to increase its launches significantly. Concerns were raised about the impact on wildlife and sonic booms affecting nearby residents. SpaceX argued that the state lacked authority over its operations and cited political bias against Elon Musk. The settlement awaits approval from a U.S. District Court judge, with unclear implications for future launches.
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