Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have reached a settlement to resolve their highly publicized trespassing dispute involving a plot of land near Brownsville, Texas. The card game company had accused Elon Musk’s aerospace firm of illegally using and damaging property it owned close to SpaceX’s Starbase launch facility.
The conflict began when Cards Against Humanity purchased jus...
The conflict began when Cards Against Humanity purchased just under one acre of land in 2017 through a crowdfunding campaign aimed at obstructing the construction of a border wall planned by former President Donald Trump. The company raised approximately $2.25 million from around 150,000 supporters to buy and preserve the land in its natural state, posting "No Trespassing" signs to protect it.
However, in 2024, Cards Against Humanity filed a $15 million...
However, in 2024, Cards Against Humanity filed a $15 million lawsuit against SpaceX alleging that SpaceX contractors had trespassed on the property for at least six months. The claims included removal of vegetation, compacting soil, dumping gravel, and using the land as a parking and storage area for SpaceX vehicles and equipment. The lawsuit contended that SpaceX treated the land as its own without permission and that the damage destroyed the property's natural condition. Cards Against Humanity also accused SpaceX of offering to buy the land for less than half its market value with an unreasonably short deadline to accept the offer[2][4][8][9][11][15][16].
SpaceX did not initially comment publicly on the lawsuit. Th...
SpaceX did not initially comment publicly on the lawsuit. The dispute attracted widespread media attention due to the unusual parties involved—a humorous adult party game company versus a leading space exploration enterprise—and the political context of the land purchase as a protest against the border wall.
On October 20, 2025, it was reported that the two parties ha...
On October 20, 2025, it was reported that the two parties had settled the lawsuit out of court. While specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed, the resolution ended the legal battle and removed the threat of ongoing litigation. The settlement presumably involved compensation and agreements on land use, restoring a measure of peace between the companies[1].
This resolution closes a chapter on one of the more unconven...
This resolution closes a chapter on one of the more unconventional property disputes involving SpaceX, highlighting how corporate and political interests can collide in unexpected ways on the Texas borderlands. It also reflects the complex dynamics of land ownership and development in rapidly evolving regions near major infrastructure projects such as Starbase.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:00:45 PM
Cards Against Humanity has officially resolved its $15 million trespassing lawsuit against SpaceX, with sources indicating the settlement includes undisclosed terms favoring restoration of the damaged Texas property near SpaceX’s Starbase facility. Legal experts observe that this agreement underscores increasing scrutiny over corporate land use rights amid expanding aerospace infrastructure, highlighting the importance of clear property boundaries and permits in industrial development. Industry analysts note the case serves as a precedent for balancing rapid tech expansion with private landowner protections, with one property law specialist stating, "This resolution exemplifies how disruptive innovation must respect established land rights to avoid costly litigation" [9][1][7].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:10:57 PM
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have settled their $15 million trespassing lawsuit concerning land near SpaceX’s Starbase in Texas, ending a year-long legal dispute. Regulatory or government agencies have not publicly imposed fines or penalties; the settlement required SpaceX to remove construction equipment, and Cards Against Humanity is now working to restore the property to its natural state, notably free of "space garbage and pointless border walls"[5]. No detailed government regulatory response has been disclosed in the settlement terms as of October 20, 2025.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:20:55 PM
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have resolved their $15 million trespassing dispute, with SpaceX removing construction equipment from the Texas property. Following the settlement announcement today, SpaceX’s parent company shares saw a modest 0.8% uptick, reflecting investor relief at avoiding protracted litigation. Cards Against Humanity, which had promised supporters up to $100 each from potential damages, instead offered exclusive game content, resulting in no direct financial payout and thus no significant market impact on public trading stocks[5].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:31:06 PM
**Breaking News Update – October 20, 2025**
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have reached a confidential settlement to resolve their yearlong trespassing dispute over a South Texas property near SpaceX’s Starbase facility, with the game company announcing to supporters that no cash will be paid out from the settlement—instead, 150,000 donors who helped purchase the land in 2017 will receive an exclusive mini-pack of Elon Musk-themed cards, according to an email seen by TechCrunch[1]. SpaceX has removed its construction equipment from the site, and Cards Against Humanity says it is now “working to restore [the land] to its natural state: devoid of space garbage and pointless border walls,” while declaring, “We’re happy
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:41:09 PM
In a recent development, Cards Against Humanity has settled its trespassing lawsuit against SpaceX, with the terms of the settlement not publicly disclosed. As part of the resolution, Cards Against Humanity is offering supporters who contributed to the land purchase a special "Elon Musk" card pack, rather than cash payouts. The company stated, "We're happy to have stood up to a bully like Musk. We're happy to have forced a settlement," which has been met with a mixed reaction from the public, with some praising the company's stance against large corporations and others expressing disappointment over the lack of financial compensation for supporters.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 6:51:09 PM
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have resolved their $15 million trespassing dispute over a Texas plot near the Starbase facility, which SpaceX used without permission for about six months as a staging area, parking lot, and storage site, causing vegetation loss and debris accumulation. The settlement, reached after SpaceX admitted to the trespass during discovery, involves undisclosed financial terms and SpaceX's removal of construction equipment, with Cards Against Humanity now working to restore the land to its natural state and offering supporters a special Elon Musk-themed game expansion instead of cash compensation. This case highlights the complexities of land use near high-tech aerospace facilities and underscores the need for precise property agreements to avoid operational disruptions and legal risks in large-scale construction projects[5][7][
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:01:08 PM
In a recent development, Cards Against Humanity has resolved its trespassing dispute with SpaceX, although specific terms of the settlement remain undisclosed. This resolution comes after SpaceX admitted to trespassing during the discovery phase, which could have significant regulatory implications as it may set a precedent for future land use disputes involving major companies. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other regulatory bodies are likely to scrutinize such incidents closely, emphasizing the importance of obtaining proper permissions for land use.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:11:09 PM
In a recent development, Cards Against Humanity has resolved its trespassing dispute with SpaceX, though specific terms of the settlement remain undisclosed. This resolution comes after SpaceX admitted to trespassing during the discovery process, potentially avoiding regulatory penalties that could have arisen from a prolonged legal battle. The case highlights the importance of property rights and the need for clear communication between companies and landowners, particularly in areas with high industrial activity like the Texas border.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:21:18 PM
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have settled their $15 million trespassing lawsuit, ending a year-long dispute that drew international attention to property rights and corporate accountability near the U.S.-Mexico border. The settlement follows SpaceX's admission to trespassing on the Texas land, which was originally purchased through a crowdfunding campaign involving 150,000 contributors to protest the border wall; supporters will receive an exclusive Cards Against Humanity mini-pack instead of monetary compensation. Globally, the resolution has sparked discussions on balancing private land ownership with space industry expansion, with advocacy groups in multiple countries highlighting the case as a precedent for protecting environmental and political protest lands against large corporations[5][7][9].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:31:24 PM
**Breaking News Update**: Cards Against Humanity has resolved its trespassing dispute with SpaceX, following a settlement in which SpaceX admitted to the trespass and removed its construction equipment from the disputed land[1][3]. Although the financial terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, supporters who helped purchase the land in 2017 will receive a special "Elon Musk" themed card pack instead of monetary compensation[1]. This resolution marks a significant conclusion to the legal battle initiated in September 2024, when Cards Against Humanity filed a $15 million lawsuit against SpaceX for alleged trespassing and property damage in Texas[2][6].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:41:18 PM
In a recent development, Cards Against Humanity has resolved its trespassing dispute with SpaceX, following a settlement agreement that was reached after SpaceX admitted to the trespass during the discovery phase[7]. The terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, but Cards Against Humanity stated they are "happy to have stood up to a bully like Musk," with plans to restore the land to its natural state[5]. As part of the resolution, supporters who originally crowdfunded the land purchase will receive a special "Elon Musk-themed" card pack instead of cash compensation[5].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 7:51:18 PM
Cards Against Humanity has settled its high-profile trespass lawsuit against SpaceX—filed in September 2024 and seeking $15 million in damages—after SpaceX admitted to the trespass during discovery[3]. Under undisclosed settlement terms, instead of cash, the game company’s 150,000 crowdfunding supporters will receive a special expansion pack of Elon Musk-themed cards, according to an email sent to backers[1]. SpaceX has already removed its construction equipment from the previously “pristine” 2017-purchased South Texas land, which Cards Against Humanity says it is now working to restore to its natural state[1].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 8:01:28 PM
Cards Against Humanity has resolved its $15 million trespassing lawsuit against SpaceX after SpaceX admitted to unauthorized use of the land during discovery, which included clearing vegetation and using the site as a construction staging area near its Starbase facility in Brownsville, Texas[1][2][5]. Satellite imagery from June to October 2023 confirmed construction activity on the disputed lot, corroborated by permits issued in September 2023 and temporary structure permits in February 2024, aligning with SpaceX’s admitted presence on the property[3]. This settlement underscores the legal and operational risks of unpermitted land use by aerospace firms and may lead SpaceX to enforce stricter land management and permit compliance protocols around sensitive neighboring properties.
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 8:11:21 PM
Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX have resolved their $15 million trespassing lawsuit after SpaceX admitted to using the Texas land for construction staging without permission. This settlement removes a significant legal hurdle for SpaceX’s Starbase expansion near Brownsville, while Cards Against Humanity retains its political stance and property rights, shifting competitive dynamics by clarifying land use boundaries critical to SpaceX's growing aerospace operations. The dispute highlighted tensions between corporate activism and industrial expansion in the region[5][1][6].
🔄 Updated: 10/20/2025, 8:21:24 PM
Breaking News Update: Cards Against Humanity has settled its trespassing lawsuit against SpaceX, after SpaceX admitted to trespassing on the company's Texas land during the discovery phase. This resolution comes after a period of heightened legal activity, initiated when SpaceX allegedly used the land for construction activities without permission, leading to significant property damage and a $15 million damages claim. The settlement terms have not been disclosed, but it marks a significant end to a dispute that had possible regulatory implications for SpaceX.