News Analysis

Trump Officials' Hard Line Against Settlements Sparks Litigation Uncertainty

October 19, 2017
Top Trump administration officials, including EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Attorney General Jeff Sessions, are taking a hard line on the agency's ability to settle a range of suits it faces, efforts that are winning praise from their conservative supporters but raising concerns from many in industry who fear increased litigation and greater uncertainty. Most recently, Pruitt Oct. 16 signed a directive seeking to end the so-called “sue-and-settle” practice where EPA agrees to take what is usually a non-discretionary action...


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