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Trump Unravels US Climate Agenda as He Promises to ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’

Summary

On his first day in office, President Donald Trump signed executive orders reversing key climate policies from the Biden administration. He declared a “national energy emergency,” expedited fossil fuel production on federal lands, withdrew from the Paris Agreement, and rescinded environmental justice initiatives. Trump also blocked new offshore wind leases, halted funding for clean energy projects, and rolled back electric vehicle incentives, claiming to focus on lowering energy costs. Critics, including scientists and environmental advocates, argue these measures undermine efforts to combat climate change and disproportionately harm vulnerable communities. While fossil fuel proponents celebrated Trump’s actions, experts warn they could result in billions of tons of additional greenhouse gas emissions. State and local leaders, however, vowed to continue advancing renewable energy and climate solutions in the absence of federal leadership.

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