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After becoming Mr. Trump’s E.P.A. administrator, Mr. Zeldin ridiculed climate change and said he hoped to “drive a dagger” through it by repealing the endangerment finding.
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After becoming Mr Trump’s E.P.A. administrator Mr Zeldin ridiculed climate change and said he hoped to drive a dagger through it by repealing the endangerment finding
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{
    "goal": "repealing the endangerment finding",
    "action": "ridiculed climate change",
    "person": "Mr. Zeldin",
    "position": "E.P.A. administrator",
    "person_referenced": "Mr. Trump"
}
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:01 PM (3 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:01 PM (3 months ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/climate/what-to-know-epa-endangerment-finding.html

The Trump administration repealed the EPA's scientific determination that underpins the government's authority to combat climate change. This decision disputes the scientific consensus on climate change and could prevent future climate rules. The article explains the endangerment finding, the administration's arguments, and potential impacts.

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/climate/trump-epa-greenhouse-gases-climate-change.html

The Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding, ending the EPA's ability to regulate greenhouse gases. This action is expected to increase emissions and could lead to more deaths and health issues. The move was praised by some and criticized by others.

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