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Trump Administration Repeals Emission Limits, Climate Lawsuits Loom

2/25/2026

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump repealed the EPA's 2009 endangerment finding, removing federal emissions limits.
Legal experts say the repeal could weaken the oil industry's defenses in climate lawsuits.
The Supreme Court will review a petition from oil companies in a Boulder, Colorado climate case.
Despite federal rollbacks, communities are expected to pursue climate accountability through state courts and legislation.

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Story summary

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump repealed the EPA's 2009 endangerment finding, removing federal emissions limits.
Legal experts say the repeal could weaken the oil industry's defenses in climate lawsuits.
The Supreme Court will review a petition from oil companies in a Boulder, Colorado climate case.
Despite federal rollbacks, communities are expected to pursue climate accountability through state courts and legislation.