Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Claiming Roundup Weedkiller Causes Cancer

The Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit alleging that the herbicide Roundup caused cancer. The case involved claims against Bayer, the manufacturer of the product. The dismissal narrows the legal pathway for plaintiffs. Thousands of similar lawsuits remain pending against Bayer. The court’s decision may set precedent for future claims. Bayer welcomed the ruling as a vindication of its product safety. Consumer advocates warned the outcome could hinder accountability. The litigation landscape for pesticide liability is expected to evolve.