Biden's Historic Amazon Visit Marks Shift in US Climate Policy

President Joe Biden visited the Amazon rainforest, marking the first time a sitting U.S. president has done so, to emphasize his commitment to combating climate change and preserving the region. His administration announced additional funding for the Amazon Fund and new initiatives to support land restoration. In contrast, the incoming Trump administration is expected to deprioritize climate change efforts, including pulling out of the Paris Agreement. The visit highlights differing U.S. approaches to environmental policy under Biden and Trump.