Top Democrats Push DOJ to Probe Big Oil for Climate Deception and Price Collusion
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Top Democrats are urging the Justice Department to investigate the fossil fuel industry for decades of climate misinformation, comparing it to the tobacco industry's deceptive practices. This follows a multi-year investigation revealing that companies like Exxon, Shell, and BP misled the public about the dangers of fossil fuels while publicly committing to climate action. Lawmakers argue that there is sufficient evidence for legal action and emphasize the need for transparency and accountability.
Topics:business#climate-change#congressional-investigation#fossil-fuel-industry#justice-department#misinformation#politics
- Investigate fossil fuel industry, top Democrats urge justice department The Guardian US
- Rep. Raskin on urging DOJ to investigate 'big oil' for deception on climate change PBS NewsHour
- House Democrats investigate whether Big Oil colluded with OPEC to inflate gas prices CNN
- Democrats refer Big Oil probe findings to the Justice Department The Hill
- Leaked emails reveal oil companies privately betraying their pledges, misleading public: 'The time for accountability is now' The Cool Down
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