In a revealing Senate committee hearing, Donald Trump's choice for leading the Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin, wavered on the pressing duty of the agency to combat climate change. Despite acknowledging the reality and dangers of greenhouse gases, Zeldin hesitated to affirm a clear commitment to regulate emissions, leaving environmentalists concerned about the future of critical climate policies.
Trump's EPA Nominee Evades Responsibility on Climate Crisis
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At a Senate committee hearing on Wednesday, Donald Trump’s nominee to run the Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin, acknowledged climate change is “real” and that greenhouse gasses are making the planet hotter—but stopped short of saying the agency mus…
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At the Wednesday Senate committee hearing, Lee Zeldin, nominated by Donald Trump to head the Environmental Protection Agency, showcased a balanced view on climate change. Recognizing the existence of climate change and the role of greenhouse gases without succumbing to extreme regulatory measures proposed by alarmists, Zeldin represents a rational approach to environmental stewardship, prioritizing economic stability alongside environmental concerns.
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