The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the federal Environmental Protection Agency does not have broad authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants under the Clean Air Act, undermining the fight against climate change. The news prompted many California leaders to express concern about the West Virginia v. EPA decision, which was led by a 6-3 conservative majority and written by Chief Justice John Roberts. Gov. Gavin Newsom said that the decision “turned back the clock” on the fight against climate change.
California leaders denounce Supreme Court ruling limiting EPA authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissionsSource: KPIX-CBS5