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Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against the maker of Roundup weedkiller
By Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller Thursday in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.The case came before the justices after a tidal wave of litigation that included some multibillion-dollar verd...
Key takeaway The case came before the justices after a tidal wave of litigation that included some multibillion-dollar verdicts against Bayer, a German agrochemical manufacturer that acquired Roundup’s original producer, Monsanto, in 2018.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The Supreme Court's ruling on Roundup weedkiller will likely have significant implications for Alamo Heights residents who use the product in their gardens and yards. Many homeowners in the area rely on weedkillers to maintain their outdoor spaces, and some may have concerns about the potential health risks associated with Roundup. The ruling may also affect local farmers and landscapers who use the product regularly. While Bayer's proposed $7.25 billion class-action settlement may provide some compensation for those who believe they were harmed by Roundup, the decision may limit the ability of Alamo Heights residents to seek legal recourse if they experience adverse health effects. As a result, residents may need to take extra precautions when using weedkillers and seek alternative methods for managing weeds in their gardens and yards. The city's gardening clubs and community organizations may also need to reassess their recommendations for weed control products.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller Thursday in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.The case came before the justices after a tidal wave of litigation that included some multibillion-dollar verd...
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