Supreme Court bars states from protecting consumers if federal agencies won’t

A case involving the potential dangers of glyphosate, the active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup, relates to broader efforts to protect consumers.

By: Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: July 2, 2026

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Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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By Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University

Chemical giant Monsanto has argued for years that if the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approves a pesticide label without requiring a cancer warning, states cannot hold its manufacturer liable in court for failing to warn consumers about cancer risks. The U.S. Supreme Court agreed, in a ruling issued on June 25, 2026, though some members of Congress are taking steps to override that ruling.

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