President Trump’s plans indicate a potential expansion of his previous efforts to dismantle the Environmental Protection Agency, seeking to eliminate pivotal climate regulations introduced under President Biden.
During his first term, the E.P.A. was significantly weakened with budget cuts leading to a considerable staff exodus and decreased enforcement of vital environmental protections.
Recommendations for the Trump transition include firing E.P.A. career staff and closing offices essential for communities disproportionately affected by pollution, demonstrating a drastic approach to environmental oversight.
The nomination of Lee Zeldin to lead the E.P.A., lacking significant environmental regulatory experience, raises concerns about the agency's future direction under a Trump administration.
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