SpaceX and Cards Against Humanity: A Land Dispute Ends Quietly

A recent legal battle between SpaceX and Cards Against Humanity has come to a close, but the details remain under wraps. The popular card game company sued Elon Musk's rocket venture, claiming they had trespassed and caused damage to a piece of land in Texas. The land was originally bought by Cards Against Humanity in 2017 as a playful protest against the border wall plans of then-President Donald Trump. SpaceX, it seems, had other plans for the land. They allegedly treated it as their own for quite some time, placing construction materials and debris without permission. The card company stated that SpaceX admitted to trespassing during the legal process. However, both sides have kept the settlement terms private. The lawsuit was set to go to trial in early November, but a settlement was reached just weeks before. Cards Against Humanity mentioned that a trial might have cost more than what they could have won. They also noted that SpaceX has removed their equipment from the land, allowing the company to restore it to its natural state. The land, maintained in its natural state over the years, even had a "no trespassing" sign to keep people out. Cards Against Humanity had initially sought $15 million in damages, including loss of vegetation. They had hoped to use any winnings to pay back the 150, 000 people who contributed $15 each to buy the land. However, they had warned their fans that they might not see much, if any, return on their investment. This case raises questions about property rights and the responsibilities of companies when it comes to land use. It also highlights the power dynamics between large corporations and smaller entities, even when the smaller entity has a significant fan base.