The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of Chevron on Friday, April 17, 2026. This decision moves an environmental damage lawsuit from Louisiana state court to federal court.
The ruling jeopardizes a $745 million state court judgment against the company. Legal experts suggest federal courts are less likely to favor local interests, potentially leading to the judgment being vacated.\n The litigation concerns damage to Louisiana coastal wetlands. Chevron argues its historical actions were tied to federal duties performed during World War II.