A second major argument the plaintiffs are using is something called the major questions doctrine. And the major questions doctrine says it focuses on statutory clarity. And it says When the executive branch claims authority to take an action of vast economic or political significance, courts require a clear and Specific authorization from Congress. And so one of the challenges the plaintiffs are making here is this does not meet the major questions doctrine. Those are the two central issues in this case. (05:56–06:09)
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