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Local Governments Step Up Amid Trump’s Climate Rollbacks

5/14/2025

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The Trump administration has rolled back crucial climate initiatives, including the Inflation Reduction Act, threatening U.S. progress. In response, state and local governments are rising to the challenge, showing promise for meaningful emissions cuts. Across the pond, the UK Labour Party aspires to ambitious climate targets but struggles to translate goals into tangible results.

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Story summary

The Trump administration has rolled back crucial climate initiatives, including the Inflation Reduction Act, threatening U.S. progress. In response, state and local governments are rising to the challenge, showing promise for meaningful emissions cuts. Across the pond, the UK Labour Party aspires to ambitious climate targets but struggles to translate goals into tangible results.