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Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against maker of Roundup weedkiller
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller Thursday in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.
The case came before the justices after a tidal wave of litigation that included some multi...
Key takeaway ” Though Bayer said the ruling should result in the dismissal of failure-to-warn lawsuits, the company said it plans to proceed with a proposed $7.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , where community gardens and green spaces are plentiful, the Supreme Court's ruling on Roundup weedkiller has significant implications. Many local gardeners and landscapers may have used the product, potentially exposing themselves to cancer risks. The ruling's impact will be felt by Minneapolis residents who have relied on Roundup for weed control in their yards, parks, and community gardens. As the city continues to promote sustainable gardening practices and environmental stewardship, the decision may lead to increased scrutiny of pesticide use in local gardening and landscaping projects. Minneapolis' strong environmental advocacy community is likely to respond to the ruling, potentially leading to renewed calls for alternative, safer gardening practices and increased support for local, organic gardening initiatives. The city's residents who believe they have been harmed by Roundup may also be affected by the proposed $7.25 billion class-action settlement.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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The case came before the justices after a tidal wave of litigation that included some multi...
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