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Supreme Court climate case could send gas prices soaring
The Supreme Court is considering Suncor versus Boulder, which experts say could trigger thousands of climate lawsuits against oil companies; litigation as a business model.
Watch it as it aired: Hank Ledger on this story, from BBN Tonight at 9:08 PM ET. Cartoon anchors, real headline: the facts are Fox News's, the jokes are ours.
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- First reported by Fox News: “Supreme Court climate case could bankrupt oil companies, send gas prices soaring, experts warn”.
- Covered on BBN on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 9:08 PM ET on BBN Tonight, by Hank Ledger; aired 2 times.
- Topics: Supreme Court.
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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThat was a heavy story, and it deserves its weight. Now, a court case in Washington that may land at your gas pump.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe Supreme Court is weighing Suncor versus Boulder.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorEnergy experts warn it could trigger thousands of climate lawsuits against oil companies, and push gas prices up. Winston Grubb runs a Nebraska oil cooperative.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWinston, will drivers pay?
Winston Abernathy GrubbHank, we love the little guy. Which is why any cost will be passed to him gently, with a four-cent courtesy fee.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorPassed to him.
Winston Abernathy GrubbGently! I'm holding my gold-plated gas cap right now. Presented to me for twenty years of serving the little guy.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWho paid for the cap?
Winston Abernathy GrubbWell, the little guy, indirectly. But we love him. That's why the gentle fee has a second gentle fee.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA fee on the fee.
Winston Abernathy GrubbA handling fee. Tiny. Two cents. For the little guy's peace of mind about the first one.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWinston, thousands of lawsuits could land. If that happens, what does the little guy get besides a bill?
Winston Abernathy GrubbA heartfelt letter! Printed on recycled paper, with a one-dollar postage surcharge. We really do love him.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorLove is expensive.
Winston Abernathy GrubbHank, you've got it. Also, that remark carries a small convenience charge.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorI'll put it on the garage camera's tab. Brock has the weather, and I hear it's free.
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