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US federal government seeks dismissal of youth climate lawsuit over executive orders

Published 20:53 on August 6, 2025 / Last updated at 20:53 on August 6, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Litigation)

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) asked a federal court this week to throw out a lawsuit brought by youth plaintiffs challenging three executive orders (EOs) by President Donald Trump, alleging that they worsen climate change and threaten their constitutional rights.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) asked a federal court this week to throw out a lawsuit brought by youth plaintiffs challenging three executive orders (EOs) by President Donald Trump, alleging that they worsen climate change and threaten their constitutional rights.


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