Supreme Court Temporarily Upholds EPA Emissions Rule

The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily allowed the Biden administration's climate rules for power plants to remain while they proceed through lower courts, despite challenges from Republican-led states like West Virginia. The EPA's rule mandates significant emission reductions for coal and gas-fired plants by 2032, but compliance isn't required until June 2025. Justice Brett Kavanaugh noted the challengers' likelihood of success on certain merits but cited the absence of immediate harm as a reason for denying a stay. Additionally, the Court is considering a case on the EPA's authority over wastewater discharge, with San Francisco alleging unfairness in vague pollution limits. The outcomes of these cases could significantly impact the EPA's regulatory powers and environmental policies.