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Federal judge in Texas allows lawsuit against California attorney general over ExxonMobil remarks
The suit targets California Attorney General Rob Bonta for statements about ExxonMobil's plastic recycling, with less than 5% of plastic reportedly recycled, judge rules.
- In a Texas federal court earlier this month, Truncale allowed ExxonMobil to proceed with a defamation suit against Bonta, citing a campaign activity and statements about recycling.
- Bonta initiated the conflict when he sued Exxon in September 2024, alleging the company encouraged purchases by promising recyclability and that recycling processes don't work, leading Exxon to sue Bonta and environmental groups for defamation.
- Truncale based his ruling on a campaign email and contribution link that converted Bonta's communication into campaign activity, citing an email to Texas residents stating only 5% is recycled and that `Exxon Mobil knew, and Exxon Mobil lied.`
- As a result of the ruling, Exxon said the `campaign of lies designed to derail our advanced recycling business must stop.` Bonta's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
- Given the cross‑state nature of the email and lawsuit, the decision could affect official immunity and reputation law because a Texas judge cited an email to Texas residents, making this an unusual interstate clash.
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Judge in Texas allows lawsuit against California AG over ExxonMobil remarks
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Federal judge in Texas allows lawsuit against California attorney general over ExxonMobil remarks
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