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Claim Text: U.S. carbon dioxide emissions passed their peak years ago and have been declining over time, although many analysts expect them to fall more slowly under the Trump administration, which has disavowed efforts to tackle global warming and has sought to promote greater use of coal, oil and natural gas.
Simplified Text: US carbon dioxide emissions peaked previously and have been decreasing, but analysts anticipate slower decline under the Trump administration.
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Claim Maker: analysts
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Created: December 6, 2025 at 12:19 AM (8 months ago)
Last Updated: December 6, 2025 at 12:19 AM (8 months ago)

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