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politics2 days ago•6 min saved

Climate skeptics urge Trump to retain Zeldin at EPA amid regulatory overhaul

At a Heartland Institute conference near the White House, climate contrarians celebrated EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s rollbacks under the Trump administration and urged Trump not to elevate him to attorney general, arguing he’s essential to their agenda. Zeldin has led extensive regulatory cuts, including rolling back the 2009 endangerment finding and shrinking climate funding, while facing ongoing legal challenges. Activists warn against his leadership, while supporters credit his work for advancing deregulation.

via Politico|

#climate-policy #epa #heartland-institute

politics2 days ago•5 min saved

EPA Chief Zeldin Headlines Heartland Institute Climate-Denial Conference

EPA administrator Lee Zeldin delivered the keynote at a Heartland Institute climate conference, aligning with a prominent climate-denial group and challenging mainstream climate science, while critics warned the event underscored the Trump era’s environmental rollbacks and the repeal of the endangerment finding.

via The Guardian|

#climate-denial #endangerment-finding #epa

politics2 days ago•8 min saved

EPA Chief Attends Fringe Climate Forum, Endorses Emissions-Benefits Narrative and Endangerment Finding Rollback

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin became the first agency head to speak at the Heartland Institute’s climate conference, signaling a shift toward fringe climate views by endorsing the conference’s emissions-with-benefits thesis and backing the repeal of the endangerment finding, a move that faces legal challenges and could affect broader Clean Air Act rules.

via Politico|

#climate-change-policy #endangerment-finding #epa

state-politics17 days ago•11 min saved

Blakeman’s uphill bid: NY GOP trails Hochul despite Zeldin near-win precedent

Bruce Blakeman trails Gov. Kathy Hochul by double digits as fundraising gaps, a late campaign start, and ties to Trump complicate the NY GOP’s bid to replicate Zeldin’s near-win; Democrats have launched a seven-figure ad campaign and seek to deny public matching funds, while Hochul builds a robust campaign infrastructure in a deeply blue state.

via Politico|

#bruce-blakeman #fundraising #kathy-hochul

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Health Groups sue EPA over rollback of climate endangerment finding

A coalition of health and environmental groups filed a Washington, D.C. appeals-court lawsuit challenging the EPA’s rollback of the Obama-era endangerment finding that linked greenhouse gases to health risks, arguing the move violates the Clean Air Act and shifts the agency away from protecting health, while naming EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin as a defendant; critics warn it could raise pollution and costs, though the EPA says deregulation could boost the economy.

via CBS News|

#climate-policy #endangerment-finding #epa

politics1 year ago•21 min saved

Trump's EPA Nominee Zeldin Gains Support Amidst Climate Policy Concerns

Lee Zeldin, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for EPA administrator, has started meeting with senators to secure confirmation, beginning with Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, who will chair the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Capito expressed support for Zeldin's vision of reducing regulatory overreach while protecting public health and the environment. Zeldin is expected to be confirmed by the Republican-controlled Senate, facing less scrutiny than some of Trump's other controversial Cabinet picks.

via POLITICO|

#confirmation #epa #lee-zeldin

politics1 year ago

Trump Taps Lee Zeldin for EPA Leadership Amid Environmental Concerns

The article discusses Lee Zeldin's political stance, particularly his defense of Donald Trump, and questions whether he will extend similar support to environmental issues. As a Republican, Zeldin's approach to environmental policy remains uncertain, raising concerns about his commitment to addressing climate change and other ecological challenges.

via The New York Times|

#donald-trump #environmental-policy #lee-zeldin

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Trump Appoints Climate Skeptic Lee Zeldin as New EPA Chief

President-elect Trump has nominated former Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. Zeldin, a strong Trump ally with limited environmental policy experience, has received mixed reactions. While his nomination is supported by some Republicans, environmental groups express concern over potential policy rollbacks. Zeldin's past includes defending Trump during impeachment and opposing the 2017 tax bill. His environmental stance aligns with Trump's, including skepticism about the Paris Climate Agreement. Despite criticism, some environmentalists are withholding judgment until Zeldin's confirmation process.

via The Hill|

#environmental-policy #epa #lee-zeldin

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as New EPA Chief

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former New York congressman Lee Zeldin as the new head of the Environmental Protection Agency. Zeldin is expected to lead efforts to reverse many of President Joe Biden's environmental policies, focusing on deregulation to boost American businesses while maintaining environmental standards.

via The Washington Post|

#deregulation #environmental-policy #epa

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Trump Nominates Lee Zeldin as EPA Chief

President-elect Trump has nominated former New York Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), signaling a shift towards deregulation and the reversal of Biden-era climate policies. Zeldin, who had a low environmental score during his time in Congress, is expected to focus on weakening carbon emissions rules and promoting U.S. energy dominance. Environmental groups are preparing to oppose these changes, highlighting the potential legal and bureaucratic challenges ahead.

via Axios|

#deregulation #environmental-policy #epa

politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Lee Zeldin for EPA Leadership

Former President Donald Trump has selected Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with plans to significantly roll back climate regulations. This move aligns with Trump's broader agenda to reduce federal oversight on environmental issues, potentially impacting climate change policies.

via The New York Times|

#climate-policy #environmental-regulations #epa

energy-and-environment1 year ago•3 min saved

Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as EPA Chief

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Zeldin, who previously served in Congress and ran for New York governor, expressed his commitment to restoring US energy dominance and maintaining environmental standards. Trump's decision highlights a focus on deregulatory measures to boost American businesses while ensuring environmental protection.

via The Hill|

#donald-trump #energy-and-environment #environmental-protection-agency

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as New EPA Chief

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former New York congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Zeldin, known for his focus on issues like national security and immigration rather than environmental policy, is expected to drive deregulatory decisions while maintaining environmental standards. His appointment, which does not require Senate confirmation, reflects Trump's strategy of placing loyal supporters in key positions. Zeldin's past efforts include advocating for local control over fishing regulations in Long Island Sound, which drew criticism from environmental groups.

via PBS NewsHour|

#administration-appointments #environmental-policy #epa

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as New EPA Chief

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former New York congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, pending Senate confirmation. Trump praised Zeldin for his deregulatory stance, while environmental groups criticized the choice as detrimental to environmental policy. Zeldin, who has opposed climate-related legislation, emphasized priorities like restoring U.S. energy dominance and revitalizing the auto industry, while maintaining environmental standards.

via NPR|

#environmental-policy #epa #lee-zeldin

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as EPA Chief, Stephen Miller Returns to White House

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen former New York GOP Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), marking a significant shift towards deregulatory and pro-energy production policies. Zeldin, who narrowly lost the 2022 New York governor's race, will play a key role in reversing Biden-era environmental regulations, including vehicle emissions standards and restrictions on fossil fuel activities. His appointment, alongside Rep. Elise Stefanik as UN ambassador, adds a second New Yorker to Trump's cabinet, pending Senate approval.

via New York Post |

#deregulation #environmental-policy #epa