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Supreme Court Grapples With Wave Of State Climate Suits

Oct 9, 2026 · 23m

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On the first day of the October 2026 term Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court confronted a wave of new state climate lawsuits against the fossil fuel industry. Law.com reporters Jimmy Hoover and Alyssa Aquino discuss the justices' tough questions for energy giants Exxon Mobil and Suncor as they seek to end one such lawsuit from Boulder County, Colorado. Plus, recapping the latest headlines from Justice Samuel Alito's new book tour. Hosts: Jimmy Hoover and Alyssa Aquino Producer: Charles Garnar Catch up on all the latest episodes of Supreme Court Brief at Law.com , Apple and Spotify.