Jan. 29, 2026
Physicians, public health groups back children in climate lawsuit against Trump
More than 30 physicians, public health organizations argue youth plaintiffs face measurable harms from fossil fuel policies
A coalition of public health organizations and more than 30 physicians filed an amicus brief Monday urging the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to reverse a district court ruling against 22 children suing President Donald J. Trump over executive orders promoting fossil fuel production.
The brief in Lighthiser v. Trump supports the young plaintiffs' appeal from U.S. District Judge Dana L. Christensen's October 2025 decision in Montana federal court. The children, represent...
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