Tesla asks judge to pause suit alleging ‘rampant racism’ against Black workers

Company asks officials to further investigate allegations as it seeks chance to settle California litigation

Tesla has asked a California judge to pause a lawsuit against the company alleging widespread racial discrimination at its flagship assembly plant.

In a Monday court filing, Tesla said the state should further investigate allegations brought against it by the state's department of fair employment and housing (DFEH) and allow a chance to settle the litigation.