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Environmental & Energy

Feb. 12, 2025

SpaceX says coastal commission harmed it rejecting more launches

SpaceX accuses the California Coastal Commission of unconstitutional conduct and bias, claiming interference with its plans for more launches at Vandenberg. The legal battle continues with a motion hearing set for March.

Image of SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket flying through space after being launched from Vandernberg Air Force Base. Photo: Shutterstock

Counsel for Elon Musk's SpaceX claims the company was harmed by "blatant" unconstitutional conduct and biased interference from the California Coastal Commission. The company is fighting to keep alive a lawsuit related to the commission's objection to proposed increased rocket launches at Vandenberg Air Force Base.

"SpaceX has suffered economic and competitive harms from defendants' unlawful actions, and it faces a credible threat of enforcement and a co...

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