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Harrison Ford Labels Trump 'Greatest Criminal' Over Climate Inaction

11/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Harrison Ford, environmental advocate, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump in a Guardian interview, calling him "the greatest criminal in history" for climate inaction and endorsing Kamala Harris for the 2024 election.
Ford said the president acts on "whims" rather than policies and prioritizes profit over the planet.
He said Trump is losing credibility because "everything he says is a lie" and dislikes renewable energy.

History

Historical Context

The UK's Climate Change Act of 2008, enacted on November 26, mandated an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, establishing legally binding carbon budgets. This legislation emerged from public pressure and advocacy, notably the Big Ask campaign by Friends of the Earth. In contrast, the U.S. has seen a retreat from climate commitments under Donald Trump's administration, highlighting ongoing global tensions in climate policy.

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Story summary

Harrison Ford, environmental advocate, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump in a Guardian interview, calling him "the greatest criminal in history" for climate inaction and endorsing Kamala Harris for the 2024 election.
Ford said the president acts on "whims" rather than policies and prioritizes profit over the planet.
He said Trump is losing credibility because "everything he says is a lie" and dislikes renewable energy.

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