Battle Grok: The U.S. Department of Justice asked the court to dismiss environmentalists' lawsuit against xAI, citing a national security threat

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The U.S. Justice Department asks a court to dismiss an environmental lawsuit against xAI, arguing that the dispute touches national security concerns. The case centers on xAI’s Memphis data center and its use of gas turbines, which local groups say may violate clean air rules. The article also mentions Grok and xAI’s broader AI positioning, including competition with major AI model providers. Environmental groups continue to press the company over emissions and permitting issues. The story highlights the regulatory pressure surrounding AI infrastructure as xAI expands its operations.

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