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The proposed rule change would limit the ability of states and tribes to block pipeline plans over concerns for water safety.
By Phil McKenna
The Trump administration is proposing changes to federal regulations that could fast-track the approval of natural gas pipelines and other energy infrastructure. Environmental advocates say the move will weaken the ability of states and tribes to protect their waters.
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New York's attorney general asked a judge to stop the oil giant from subpoenaing documents from investors, saying it would 'discourage them from testifying'.
By Nicholas Kusnetz , David Hasemyer
Updated Aug. 9 with the judge siding with prosecutors on Exxon's attempt to seek documents from witnesses.
Prosecutors in New York are accusing ExxonMobil of trying to discourage potential witnesses from testifying about whether the oil giant misled investors over the costs it may face from future climate regulations. They asked a judge to block Exxon from making what they describe as "unreasonable" and extensive requests for documents from the witnesses.
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