Legal Decision and Implications
The , in a 7-1 vote, allowed the administration's EPA rules aimed at reducing carbon emissions from power plants to proceed, rejecting appeals from Republican-led states and industry groups.
Justices Kavanaugh and Gorsuch acknowledged the challengers' strong likelihood of success but deemed there was no immediate need to block the regulation, which targets a 90% reduction in emissions by 2032.
Reactions and Future Considerations
The decision is seen as a victory for environmentalists and the Biden administration, with Justice Thomas dissenting and expressing concern over the potential impact on the power grid and industry costs.
Legal battles are expected to continue, with the Supreme Court indicating it might revisit the issue after lower court reviews, as the EPA moves forward with its climate agenda amid opposition.