Dear John,
Next week, youth suing the Trump administration are heading back to federal court.
On April 13, 2026, youth from across the country will stand before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Lighthiser v. Trump, challenging President Trump’s pro-fossil fuel Executive Orders that “unleash” fossil fuels, block renewable energy development, suppress critical climate science, and exacerbate the climate crisis. They’re asking the court to allow their case to proceed on the merits.
Show your support by attending the hearing in Portland, Oregon, and bear witness to this important moment for children’s constitutional rights to life and liberty.
Join us outside the courthouse to cheer on the youth plaintiffs as they arrive—then head together to our nearby Watch Party, where you can follow the proceedings via livestream in community. After the hearing concludes, we’ll gather for a peaceful rally featuring remarks from the youth plaintiffs and their attorneys.
WHAT: Ninth Circuit Oral Arguments in Lighthiser v. Trump
WHEN & WHERE: Monday, April 13, 2026
Pre-Hearing Rally (7:45 AM): U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, 700 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Watch Party / Hearing (9:00 AM, doors open at 8:15 AM): Revelry Park Avenue, 626 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Post-Hearing Rally (approx. 10:00 AM): Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205
WHY: A vibrant democracy happens in our streets and in our courthouses! Come support our youth, climate, and our Constitution.
Make your impact—RSVP today and stand with these young leaders as they advocate for their rights to life and liberty. Together, we rise.
