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Judge Dismisses Trump's Lawsuit Over California Egg Regulations

3/20/2026

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A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump against California over egg production regulations.
U.S. District Judge Mark C. Scarsi ruled the federal government lacked standing to challenge the laws.
The Department of Justice argued the rules raised egg prices and were preempted by federal law, but the judge found no personal stake and ordered an amended complaint within two weeks.

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A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump against California over egg production regulations.
U.S. District Judge Mark C. Scarsi ruled the federal government lacked standing to challenge the laws.
The Department of Justice argued the rules raised egg prices and were preempted by federal law, but the judge found no personal stake and ordered an amended complaint within two weeks.