# West Virginia investigation of environmental groups > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/west-virginia-investigation-of-environmental-groups > Updated: 2026-10-27T21:35:32.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey launched an investigation into prominent environmental organizations, including the West Virginia Rivers Coalition and 350.org. The probe alleges “unfair or deceptive acts” regarding fundraising and climate change advocacy, citing potential violations of the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. The investigation involves subpoenas for up to a decade of internal records, including donor information, funding sources, and communications regarding climate change. McCuskey has stated that protecting the state’s fossil fuel industry from climate policies is a priority. In response, the targeted non-profit organizations filed lawsuits seeking to block the subpoenas. They argue the inquiry violates First Amendment rights to free speech and association, as well as Fourth Amendment protections. A federal judge in Charleston is scheduled to hear arguments regarding a request for a temporary restraining order to halt the investigation. While the Sierra Club was initially a target, the Attorney General’s office reportedly withdrew its subpoena for that specific group. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-27: West Virginia Attorney General faces legal challenge over climate probe Environmental groups are suing West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey to block subpoenas seeking a decade of records, alleging the probe violates free speech rights. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-virginia-attorney-general-faces-legal-challenge-over-climate-probe ### 2026-10-22: West Virginia Attorney General investigates environmental groups West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is investigating environmental groups for alleged deceptive fundraising and climate advocacy, prompting legal challenges from the organizations involved. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-virginia-attorney-general-investigates-environmental-groups --- Cite as: West Virginia investigation of environmental groups. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/west-virginia-investigation-of-environmental-groups