Trump Sues California Cities to Save Gas Stoves
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The Trump administration has sued two California cities to stop local climate laws. The lawsuit targets Petaluma and Morgan Hill in the San Francisco Bay Area.
These cities have passed laws that restrict natural gas. The rules limit gas infrastructure and appliances, like stoves and heaters, in new buildings. The goal is to reduce fossil fuel use to fight climate change.
The federal lawsuit is the latest move against such policies. California is known for its aggressive climate rules. The state is a Democratic stronghold.
The administration's action seeks to block the local laws entirely. It argues the cities' regulations are unlawful.