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Supreme Court Divided on Climate Liability as Alito Recusal Threatens 4-4 Deadlock

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Suncor v. Boulder, a pivotal case determining if federal law preempts state climate lawsuits against fossil fuel companies. With Justice Alito recused, a 4-4 split could leave the lower court’s ruling intact without setting national precedent. Justices signaled deep divisions, with liberals seeking procedural exits and conservatives emphasizing federal preemption, potentially impacting dozens of similar suits nationwide.

2 days ago•Source: Fox News

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Supreme Court deadlock looms over Big Oil climate liability

The Supreme Court heard arguments in Suncor v. Boulder on Monday, with Justice Samuel Alito recused, creating a risk of a 4-4 tie that would leave state climate lawsuits unresolved. Justices split on whether federal law preempts local government suits against fossil fuel companies for climate damages.

via Politico

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