A Louisiana judge granted a preliminary injunction favoring 16 states, including Louisiana, in their legal challenge against the Biden administration's delay in considering liquefied natural gas export projects. The judge expressed concerns over the administration's decision, which was seen as potentially detrimental to state economies and investments in LNG projects. The White House, though disappointed, emphasized its commitment to informed decision-making based on economic and environmental analyses. This ruling follows President Biden's pause on new natural gas export terminals earlier this year, aligning him with environmentalists. The decision temporarily halts the administration's ban on new LNG export approvals, with implications for the nation's energy infrastructure and job market. The ruling reflects a broader debate on the impact of LNG exports on climate change and economic interests.