Elon Musk Podcast Marjorie Taylor Greene DOGE Hearing: 'Playing God With The Weather'
Sep 17, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Marjorie Taylor Greene, a fierce conservative voice, joins Melanie Stansbury, known for her environmental advocacy, meteorologist Christopher Martz, and climate scientist Michael McCracken. They explore controversial topics such as weather modification techniques and their ethical implications. The conversation tackles the complexities of geoengineering, the historical context of weather manipulation, and the urgent need for regulatory oversight. Listeners can expect insights into the interplay between science, politics, and environmental stewardship.
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Geoengineering Poses Unknown Global Risks
- Marjorie Taylor Greene argued geoengineering aims to control climate at planetary scale and poses unknown risks.
- She framed government experiments as treating the Earth like a lab and people as lab rats.
Call For Clear Oversight And Assessment
- Dr. Roger Pielke Jr. recommends Congress require National Academy assessment and standardized reporting.
- He argues we lack evidence geoengineering has been implemented and urge a solar-engineering non-use agreement.
Standardize Law And Pursue A Non-Use Pact
- Congress should standardize state and federal laws on weather modification to ensure uniform oversight.
- It should also lead diplomatic talks toward a solar-engineering non-use agreement.