Supreme Court to hear major cases on climate change and guns
Summary
The Supreme Court is set to hear significant cases related to climate change, gun rights, and immigration during its new term. One of the climate change cases involves a wildfire in Colorado, where Boulder County is suing oil and gas companies for damages linked to climate change. The Court's docket includes cases on immigration policies and the Second Amendment, with 30 cases listed so far, which is about half the usual number for a term. The cases are among the most high-profile disputes expected in the new term. The Court is preparing to address these issues as it begins its term.
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How it unfolded
Monday 5 October
The Supreme Court began its new term with significant cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights.
- 02:07ABC NewsSupreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
- 00:10The Philadelphia InquirerA new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
Sunday 4 October
On October 4, the Supreme Court announced that its new term will include major cases on climate change, guns, and immigration policies.
Saturday 3 October
- 07:48The Philadelphia InquirerThe Supreme Court will hear a major climate change case involving a devastating Colorado wildfire