CALIFORNIA DEFEATS TESLA IN RACIAL BIAS LAWSUIT

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THU, MAY 28, 2026

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California's civil rights agency prevailed in court as a judge rejected Tesla's motion to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit. The case is now set for trial in July.

The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) won its bid to proceed with the lawsuit against Tesla, which had sought to throw out the case before trial. The agency filed the discrimination complaint against the electric vehicle manufacturer in 2021, alleging systemic racial harassment and discrimination at Tesla's Fremont facility. The DFEH claims Black workers at the plant experienced racial slurs, segregation, and retaliation. Tesla has denied the allegations. The company's attempt to dismiss the case on legal grounds was unsuccessful, clearing the path for litigation. With trial scheduled for July, the case represents one of the most significant racial discrimination actions against Tesla. A favorable ruling for the DFEH could result in damages and policy changes at the company.

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