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Supreme Court kills suit claiming Cisco’s technology helped China persecute Falun Gong members
By Mark Sherman, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted tech giant Cisco’s bid to shut down a lawsuit claiming that the company’s technology was used to persecute members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement in China.The justices ruled that American courts are the wrong forum for the suits, rejecting arguments made...
Key takeaway Justice Amy Coney Barrett wrote in her majority opinion that the justices “close the door” that the court slightly opened in 2004 when it suggested that some human-rights claims might be viable under the ATS.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Supreme Court's decision to grant Cisco's bid to shut down a lawsuit over its technology being used to persecute Falun Gong members in China has significant implications for the tech industry in the San Antonio area. As a hub for technology and innovation, San Antonio is home to numerous companies that operate globally, including in countries with questionable human rights records. This ruling may embolden local tech firms to pursue business opportunities in such countries without fear of repercussions in US courts. However, it also raises concerns about the role of American companies in enabling human rights abuses abroad. The fact that Cisco saw China's internet censorship effort as a sales opportunity and developed products to track Falun Gong believers is a troubling reminder of the potential consequences of prioritizing profits over human rights. As the tech industry continues to grow in San Antonio, it is crucial for local companies to consider the ethical implications of their global operations.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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