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Supreme Court begins new term with cases on climate change, immigration, gun rights
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· October 5, 2026
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Key points Energy companies are appealing to block lawsuits that seek to hold them liable for climate change damage. Major cases are on the agenda for the Supreme Court's new term.
Major cases are on the agenda for the Supreme Court's new term. Energy companies are appealing to block lawsuits that seek to hold them liable for climate change damage. A significant amount of money is at stake. The companies have support from the Trump administration, which believes lawsuits are not the best approach to addressing the issue.
The cases also involve immigration and religious rights. Further details about the upcoming term are available.
The term starts with a notable climate change case, with companies like Suncor and ExxonMobil involved.
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Category: business Published: October 5, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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