SpaceX Sues California Commission Over Alleged Political Bias

Elon Musk's company claims the California Coastal Commission unlawfully denied additional rocket launches due to Musk's political views.

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, accusing it of political discrimination after the agency denied a request to increase rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
The commission rejected SpaceX's proposal for 50 annual launches, citing concerns over environmental impacts and Musk's political statements.
Phantom Space CEO Jim Cantrell supports SpaceX, asserting that the commission's decision reflects political bias, which he describes as anti-competitive.
Legal experts suggest SpaceX's First Amendment claim could succeed if Musk proves his political views influenced the commission's decision.
California Assemblyman Bill Essayli criticized the commission, arguing that its decision was politically motivated and detrimental to national security interests.