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US Supreme Court weighs oil companies' climate lawsuit challenge
Original: climate
The US Supreme Court is considering oil companies' request to throw out a climate lawsuit brought against them. The case, covered by Reuters, is part of ongoing legal battles in which US states and municipalities seek to hold major oil firms liable for damages linked to climate change. The justices' questions are being closely watched for hints on whether the litigation can proceed.
Why now: The Supreme Court hearing is a pivotal moment in high-stakes climate litigation against oil companies.
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- US Supreme Court wrestles with oil companies' bid to scuttle climate lawsuit · Reuters
- Conservative justices ask sharp questions of Colorado city suing oil companies over climate change impacts · CNN
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