Supreme Court wrestles with energy companies' bid to block major climate suit

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Justice Alito on the Supreme Court: "We are not part of any political movement".

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He said it is wrong for leaders of both parties to portray the justices as political players.

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Supreme Court grapples with case on holding Big Oil liable for climate change The Washington PostNew Supreme Court term begins with justices stumped by climate change case NBC NewsOpinion

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Also, consider these 100 big unanswered questions.

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The Supreme Court is weighing whether state and local governments can sue energy companies over alleged harm caused by climate change.

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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, who led 26 states in urging the high court to halt a climate lawsuit from Boulder, Colorado, joins CBS News to discuss.

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A: Justice Alito on the Supreme Court: "We are not part of any political movement".

B: Supreme Court grapples with case on holding Big Oil liable for climate change The Washington PostNew Supreme Court term begins with justices stumped by climate change case NBC NewsOpinion

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A: Justice Alito on the Supreme Court: "We are not part of any political movement".

B: The Supreme Court is weighing whether state and local governments can sue energy companies over alleged harm caused by climate change.

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**Summary:** The Supreme Court is considering whether states can sue energy companies over alleged harm caused by climate change. **Why It Matters:** This case could set a precedent for how the courts handle environmental lawsuits, potentially expanding the reach of state and local governments in addressing climate issues.