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Trump administration asks court to dismiss lawsuit over AI power supply dispute

Published 22:27 on June 17, 2026 / Last updated at 22:27 on June 17, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Litigation, Power/Electrification)

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal court to intervene in and dismiss a Clean Air Act (CAA) citizen suit against xAI, arguing that the case threatens AI, energy, and national security interests and that federal enforcers can block private actions they choose not to pursue.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal court to intervene in and dismiss a Clean Air Act (CAA) citizen suit against xAI, arguing that the case threatens AI, energy, and national security interests and that federal enforcers can block private actions they choose not to pursue.


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