The US Supreme Court has ruled against a Missouri man who claimed that the herbicide Roundup caused his cancer, siding with the manufacturer’s argument that federal law preempts state claims. The decision could impact thousands of lawsuits filed against Monsanto and its successor Bayer over the weedkiller’s alleged carcinogenic properties. Despite a $7.25 billion settlement awaiting final approval, plaintiffs claim the court ruling will leave many victims without compensation or justice for years to come.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2026/06/25/politics/roundup-pesticide-monsanto-supreme-court