Lee Zeldin, former US congressman and nominee for EPA administrator, acknowledges the reality of man-made climate change during his Senate confirmation hearing. He clarifies Trump's stance on climate change, stating concerns about economic costs of green policies. Zeldin promises to prioritize clean water and air but remains vague on specific plans to address climate change.
Donald Trump 's nominee to lead the US Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin, acknowledged the reality of man-made climate change during his Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday, January 16th, 2025. Zeldin, a former US congressman from New York, pledged to uphold Trump's campaign promises of strengthening American energy dominance, a stance often contradicted by Trump's dismissal of climate change as a 'hoax' and his vow to expand oil and gas drilling.
Despite these conflicting viewpoints, Zeldin clarified that he believes climate change is 'real' and attributed Trump's statements to concerns about the economic implications of proposed green policies. He explained, 'I think that he's concerned about the economic costs of some policies where there's a debate and a difference of opinion.' Trump's previous claims, including his false assertion that oceans would rise by a mere quarter of an inch in 500 years, have drawn criticism from environmental groups. Although some have expressed reservations about Zeldin's nomination due to his staunch loyalty to Trump, he appears poised for confirmation with substantial Republican support. During his hearing, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse questioned Zeldin about the environmental consequences of carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel combustion. While acknowledging his lack of scientific expertise, Zeldin conceded that carbon dioxide traps heat. He emphasized his commitment to clean water and air but remained vague about specific plans to address climate change. Zeldin also highlighted his history of bipartisan collaboration on environmental issues in Congress and expressed his desire to work with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle in his new role, stating, 'It's been so motivating to see the tremendous talent stepping up to serve in the EPA, I couldn’t be more excited to partner with the EPA team nationwide.
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