Supreme Court Climate Change
An activist carries a sign at the Supreme Court as the court begins its new term with a case about whether oil and gas companies should help pay for damage caused by disasters linked to climate change, on Capitol Hill, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, in Washington.
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The Supreme Court is considering whether local governments can sue oil and gas companies for climate change costs. On Monday, key justices expressed skepticism about the potential flood of litigation if the case from Boulder, Colorado, proceeds. Chief Justice John Roberts questioned the implications of allowing municipalities nationwide to file similar lawsuits. Boulder officials argue that companies like Suncor and Exxon should be accountable for climate-related disasters. The companies claim the Clean Air Act gives the federal government regulatory power, not states. The Trump administration supports the companies, arguing the lawsuits are unconstitutional. The court's decision could impact similar cases across the country.
