A majority of the Supreme Court appeared skeptical Monday of an effort by Boulder, Colo., to hold major oil producers accountable in state courts for the harms caused by climate change.
Across almost two hours of oral arguments, the justices raised concerns about upsetting the balance between states and the federal government and Congress’ power to regulate pollution issues. The case, the first of the justices’ new term, may effectively decide whether several dozen lawsuits from cities and counties seeking damages under state law can move forward nationwide.
