'A resounding victory': Court rules Exxon must stand trial for lying to the public about climate change

'A resounding victory': Court rules Exxon must stand trial for lying to the public about climate change

The Massachusetts high court on Tuesday rejected ExxonMobil's attempt to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the state, meaning the biggest oil giant in the U.S. must stand trial for allegations that it lied to the public about the climate emergency and the fossil fuel industry's role in driving it.

'Resounding Victory': Court Rules Exxon Must Face Trial Over Climate Lies

"We look forward to proceeding with our case and having our day in court to show how Exxon is breaking the law and to put an end to the deception once and for all," said Massachusetts AG Maura Healey.