The Federalist’s Guide To The 2026 Supreme Court Term

Another summer has come and gone, which means that the U.S. Supreme Court is gearing up for yet another blockbuster term.

Like those before it, this year’s docket is piling up with cases touching on some of the biggest policy issues in American society. From religious liberty to parental rights, here is a breakdown of the biggest legal battles set to be argued before the high court during its 2026-2027 term.

Suncor Energy Inc. v. County Commissioners of Boulder County

This case dates back to early 2018, when the city of Boulder and Boulder County Commissioners sued three Suncor Energy businesses and the Exxon Mobil Corporation.

According to Justia, the Colorado officials alleged that these entities’ “fossil fuel activities contributed to climate change, causing harm to Boulder’s property and residents.” They furthermore “sought damages for public and private nuisance, trespass, unjust enrichment, and civil conspiracy, claiming that the [companies] knowingly contributed to climate change while misleading the public about its impacts.”