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California, Connecticut to Challenge Trump's EPA Repeal

2/18/2026

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California and Connecticut plan to challenge U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeal of the Environmental Protection Agency's endangerment finding.
The endangerment finding classified greenhouse gases as a public health threat.
The repeal removes key climate regulations for vehicles and power plants.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta stated they are preparing urgent legal action.

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Story summary

California and Connecticut plan to challenge U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeal of the Environmental Protection Agency's endangerment finding.
The endangerment finding classified greenhouse gases as a public health threat.
The repeal removes key climate regulations for vehicles and power plants.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta stated they are preparing urgent legal action.