DOJ urges court to toss data center pollution case, claiming national security threat

The Justice Department has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the NAACP, alleging that Elon Musk's xAI company is violating the Clean Air Act through its data center emissions. The DOJ argues that ruling in favor of the plaintiffs could pose a national security threat, suggesting that the case could expose sensitive information about national defense. This move highlights the ongoing tension between environmental regulations and technological innovation, raising questions about the balance between economic growth and environmental protection.