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Elon Musk Cleared of Securities Fraud Charges

Fairooz Maliha Hasan
Fairooz Maliha Hasan Published February 5, 2023
Last updated: 2023/02/05 at 4:17 PM
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Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has been cleared of all securities fraud charges brought against him as a result of a 2018 tweet. The judge presiding over the case determined that Musk’s tweet did not violate securities laws, and the charges have been dismissed.

The case stemmed from a tweet Musk posted in August 2018, in which he claimed that he had secured the funds to take Tesla private at $420 per share. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was quick to take action, claiming that Musk had misled investors. The SEC sought to bar Musk from serving as a director or officer of a publicly traded company.

After a two-year legal battle, the court ultimately sided with Musk. While the judge acknowledged that the tweet was “careless” and “ill-advised”, the court determined that the tweet did not violate securities laws and that the SEC’s claims were unfounded.

In the wake of the ruling, Musk was clearly relieved. In a tweet, he thanked his supporters and said that “truth prevails”. In a statement released on behalf of Tesla, the company declared that it was “pleased” with the outcome of the case and that Musk’s “integrity” had been “vindicated”.

The ruling is a major victory for Musk and Tesla, and serves as a reminder of the power of free speech and truth. While it’s important to be mindful of the words we use when speaking publicly, this case demonstrates that it is possible to stand up for what you believe in and fight for justice.

The ruling is a clear sign that the courts will not tolerate attempts to suppress free speech. It is also a reminder to companies and individuals alike to be aware of the potential legal consequences of their words, and to think twice before making public statements.

In the end, Musk and Tesla were able to emerge victorious in their legal battle. This serves as a reminder that truth can prevail in the face of adversity, and that justice will always be served.

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Fairooz Maliha Hasan February 5, 2023
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