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Lee Zeldin

Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Appointed by President Trump to oversee the EPA and its environmental regulations.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 22min

The Head of the EPA on the Future of the Agency

Lee Zeldin, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and a key figure in shaping Trump’s deregulatory agenda, discusses his ambitious plans for the agency. He dives into the tension between economic growth and environmental protections, emphasizing the need for smart regulations. Zeldin also addresses water quality issues, including challenges facing the Delaware River and the consequences of pollution from Tijuana. His insights reveal the complexities of navigating scientific integrity while adapting to evolving environmental policies.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 52min

Ep. 2128 - Bernie Goes NUTS: DENOUNCE THE ONESIES!

Lee Zeldin, a seasoned politician and newly confirmed EPA administrator, dives into the chaotic congressional hearing featuring Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. Their heated exchanges focus on healthcare policies, leading to humorous moments over anti-vaccine baby clothing. Zeldin also discusses the complexities of house stealing scams and critiques the political landscape regarding immigration reforms, emphasizing the balance between environmental responsibility and economic growth. Expect a lively take on pressing issues reshaping America!
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Mar 26, 2025 • 21min

Trouble At the EPA

Lee Zeldin, former President Trump’s appointee at the EPA, discusses his controversial rollbacks of environmental regulations. He explains the elimination of 31 key protections aimed at climate change and pollution, sparking debates on economic versus ecological priorities. The conversation also traces the historical shift in environmental policy, contrasting today's political battleground with the late 1960s, when the environment united bipartisan efforts. Zeldin highlights the evolving public perception of the EPA and its challenges in safeguarding ecological interests.