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Trump administration seeks to block Hawaii climate lawsuit, citing federal authority over emissions

Published 18:03 on September 29, 2025 / Last updated at 18:03 on September 29, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Litigation)

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal court to block Hawaii’s attempt to sue fossil fuel companies for climate damages, arguing the state’s case unlawfully intrudes on federal authority over GHG regulation.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal court to block Hawaii’s attempt to sue fossil fuel companies for climate damages, arguing the state’s case unlawfully intrudes on federal authority over GHG regulation.


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