Trump's 100 Days of Upending Climate Policy
Briefly

Despite expectations that Trump would reduce clean energy support and increase fossil fuel promotion, his first 100 days revealed aggressive and extensive actions damaging climate initiatives. Moves such as the dismissal of scientists involved in the National Climate Assessment highlight a shocking commitment to dismantling existing environmental policies. With no comprehensive legislation passed in decades, Trump has exploited presidential power, underscoring fears from environmentalists about the long-term impacts of his presidency on climate action and the EPA, as voiced by former administrator Gina McCarthy.
Trump's administration has made unprecedented efforts to roll back climate regulations, shocking even critics who anticipated a push for fossil fuel over clean energy.
By dismissing hundreds of scientists involved in the National Climate Assessment, the Trump administration signals a stark retreat from acknowledged climate science.
Gina McCarthy expressed grave concerns that Trump's presidency could cause lasting devastation to the Environmental Protection Agency and climate policies established for decades.
Trump's connections with the oil and gas sector, evidenced by over $75 million in campaign contributions, underscore his commitment to promoting fossil fuel industries.
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