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Energy Secretary Disbands Controversial Climate Working Group Amid Lawsuit

9/14/2025

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright disbanded the Climate Working Group (CWG) amid a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
The CWG's report received criticism from independent scientists for inaccuracies and misrepresentation of climate science.
Wright acknowledged the group's five members, who challenged the scientific consensus on climate change.
Environmental groups aim to invalidate the CWG report, citing violations of federal law.
A court hearing on the report's impact on EPA climate regulations is scheduled for September 23rd.

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright disbanded the Climate Working Group (CWG) amid a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
The CWG's report received criticism from independent scientists for inaccuracies and misrepresentation of climate science.
Wright acknowledged the group's five members, who challenged the scientific consensus on climate change.
Environmental groups aim to invalidate the CWG report, citing violations of federal law.
A court hearing on the report's impact on EPA climate regulations is scheduled for September 23rd.