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Trump Repeals Climate Threat Finding, Fuels Fossil Fuel Support

2/16/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump terminated the endangerment finding that recognized climate change as a threat to health and the environment.
The decision removes limits on greenhouse gas emissions.
Critics say the move aligns with Trump's support for fossil fuels, particularly coal.
Historically, the United States has been the largest emitter of greenhouse gases.
The Clean Air Act was initiated by Richard Nixon.

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U.S. President Donald Trump terminated the endangerment finding that recognized climate change as a threat to health and the environment.
The decision removes limits on greenhouse gas emissions.
Critics say the move aligns with Trump's support for fossil fuels, particularly coal.
Historically, the United States has been the largest emitter of greenhouse gases.
The Clean Air Act was initiated by Richard Nixon.