US Supreme Court sides with Bayer in Roundup cancer lawsuits

The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Bayer, the German chemical and pharmaceutical company, in a major legal battle over its weedkiller Roundup. The court rejected lawsuits from people who claimed that Roundup, which contains the chemical glyphosate, caused their cancer. This decision significantly limits the ability of thousands of plaintiffs to sue Bayer over the product in the future.

The ruling is a big win for Bayer, which has faced tens of thousands of lawsuits over Roundup. However, legal experts note that the decision is not a complete end to all litigation, as some cases may still proceed in state courts. Bayer has consistently maintained that Roundup and glyphosate are safe when used as directed.