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US judge dismisses Trump administration effort to stop Hawaii climate case

Published 23:22 on April 16, 2026 / Last updated at 23:22 on April 16, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Litigation, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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A US District Court judge rejected a request from the US Department of Justice to block Hawaii from challenging fossil fuel companies regarding climate change impacts.
A US District Court judge rejected a request from the US Department of Justice to block Hawaii from challenging fossil fuel companies regarding climate change impacts.


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