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SpaceX AI testifies at New York City safety hearing after subpoena
SpaceX was forced to testify before the New York City Council, which used a subpoena to demand direct answers about privacy, safety, and whistleblower protections.

SpaceX appeared before the New York City Council after enforcement pressure, including a subpoena, compelled its participation in a safety hearing. Council members sought direct answers on privacy practices, operational safeguards, and protections for whistleblowers.
The hearing marks an instance of local regulators using compulsory process to test whether a company’s public governance claims align with its internal operations. The Council’s inquiry focused on extracting verifiable information rather than relying on voluntary disclosures.