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California Sues Trump Over Repeal of Climate Protections

3/20/2026

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration for repealing the 2009 Endangerment Finding, which identified greenhouse gas emissions as harmful to public health.
Newsom described the repeal as unlawful and corrupt, claiming it favors the oil and gas industry.
Attorney General Rob Bonta highlighted the link between climate change and increased wildfires and health risks.
The lawsuit asserts that the repeal violates the Clean Air Act and undermines scientific consensus, as California seeks to protect public health and advance climate action.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration for repealing the 2009 Endangerment Finding, which identified greenhouse gas emissions as harmful to public health.
Newsom described the repeal as unlawful and corrupt, claiming it favors the oil and gas industry.
Attorney General Rob Bonta highlighted the link between climate change and increased wildfires and health risks.
The lawsuit asserts that the repeal violates the Clean Air Act and undermines scientific consensus, as California seeks to protect public health and advance climate action.