In boost to Musk, Justice Department seeks to dismiss air pollution lawsuit against xAI data center

The Justice Department has stepped in to support Elon Musk's xAI in its legal battle against a civil rights lawsuit over its data center in Mississippi, which allegedly uses illegal natural gas turbines for power. The Trump administration's move to dismiss the lawsuit underscores the ongoing tensions between environmental regulations and tech companies' expansion efforts. This case highlights broader issues about balancing technological progress with environmental protection and civil rights, reflecting a significant clash between regulatory oversight and corporate interests.