Elon Musk’s battle with Alameda County has come to an end: Local officials agreed Tuesday night to allow Tesla’s Fremont factory to reopen under new safety guidelines
, a win for the billionaire who has become a symbol in the larger debate about reopening businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic.... [+]Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty ImagesThe Alameda County Health Department said in a statement that Tesla’s plant can prepare to reopen this week and resume operations as soon as next week.for reopening manufacturing facilities, which include closing breakrooms and using barriers, among other measures.
The Fremont police department will verify whether the factory is following safety guidelines and maintaining appropriate distancing between workers, officials said.to move the factory out of California, but it’s unclear if Musk will face any consequences for openly flouting the law.from the White House, including President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin—but was heavily criticized for what some saw as a reckless action that put his workers at risk.
The dust-up split California officials: Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez tweeted, “F*ck Elon Musk” during the feud while California Governor Gavin Newsom appeared to be more diplomatic and“We reviewed the plan and held productive discussions with Tesla’s representatives about their safety and prevention plans, including some additional safety recommendations.
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