The Daily A ‘Dagger in the Heart’ of Climate Change Regulation
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Jul 31, 2025 
Lisa Friedman, a climate policy reporter at The New York Times, delves into the Trump administration's sweeping rollback of crucial climate regulations. She examines the implications of eliminating the foundational scientific finding that underpins U.S. climate policy. Friedman highlights the historical context, the reactions from industries, and the contrasting approaches of the Biden administration. The conversation also touches on the potential challenges ahead if a second Trump presidency occurs, revealing the turbulent political landscape shaping climate action.
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Endangerment Finding Origin and Impact
- The Endangerment Finding legally established that greenhouse gases endanger human health and welfare, enabling EPA regulations.
- It was based on comprehensive scientific evidence confirming human-driven climate change dangers.
Major Regulations Stem from Finding
- Significant regulations like the Clean Power Plan and methane limits stemmed directly from the Endangerment Finding.
- These efforts were foundational in U.S. climate action during the Obama administration.
Business Acceptance of Climate Science
- By 2016, major business groups accepted climate science and the Endangerment Finding despite opposing some regulations.
- The business community shifted from fighting the finding to seeking regulatory changes instead.