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Samuel Alito Just Recused Himself from Supreme Court Case

Samuel Alito Just Recused Himself from Supreme Court Case

Summary

Justice Samuel Alito has removed himself from a Supreme Court case involving Chevron and Louisiana parishes due to a financial interest in ConocoPhillips, a related company. The case, now with only eight justices, may decide if climate lawsuits will remain in state courts or move to federal courts.

Key Facts

  • Justice Alito recused himself from a Supreme Court case about Chevron.
  • The case involves lawsuits from Louisiana parishes related to climate issues.
  • Alito has a financial interest in ConocoPhillips, parent company of a party involved.
  • The case will now be heard by eight justices instead of nine.
  • The decision could affect whether climate cases are tried in state or federal courts.

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