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Claim Text: To reach the 2009 endangerment finding, they relied on the most pessimistic views of the science.
Simplified Text: To reach the 2009 endangerment finding they relied on the most pessimistic views of the science
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: Mr. Zeldin
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "view": "most pessimistic views of the science", "year": "2009" }
Subject Tags: Science Environment
UUID: a116897d-078b-4887-ae1f-6ed5286a6ab9
Vector Index: ✗ No vector
Created: February 15, 2026 at 6:54 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 6:54 PM (6 months ago)

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What to Know About the E.P.A.’s Big Attack on Climate Regulation

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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The Trump administration repealed the EPA's scientific determination that underpins the government's authority to combat climate change.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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