1A The Effect Of Climate Policy Changes On Your Life
Jun 20, 2025
Andrew Friedman, a Senior reporter with CNN Climate and Weather, and Nicholas Kuznets, a Climate reporter for Inside Climate News, dive deep into the rollback of U.S. climate policies during President Trump's tenure. They discuss how these changes threaten air and water quality and the impact on marginalized communities. They also touch on budget cuts that hinder disaster preparedness amidst a challenging hurricane season and explore how climate policy shifts affect daily life through extreme weather events. A thought-provoking conversation on urgent issues!
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Escalated Deregulation in Second Term
- Trump's second term shows much more aggressive environmental deregulation than his first.
- He targets foundational laws underpinning environmental protection rather than isolated rules.
Methane Fee Impact and Opposition
- Methane fees target oil and gas leaks to reduce this potent greenhouse gas.
- Cutting these fees aligns with fossil fuel industry interests despite climate benefits.
Power Plant Emissions Regulation Undermined
- The GOP targets EPA power plant emissions rules, key for reducing 25% of U.S. emissions.
- EPA now downplays power plants' role in greenhouse gas emissions under Trump.