US President Donald Trump is intensifying his opposition to climate protection measures by announcing plans to nullify one of the crucial legal foundations for climate action in the United States. Recently, the White House disclosed that Trump intends to invalidate scientific consensus asserting that greenhouse gases are harmful to health. This move is viewed within his administration as a significant step towards deregulation and promoting economic growth in the US.

The regulation Trump aims to dismantle was established in 2009 under former President Barack Obama, initiating a series of measures to regulate and limit emissions from vehicles and requiring factories to report pollution. This regulation not only set standards for toxic emissions but also aimed to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change, aligning with broader global efforts to prioritize environmental health.

With this announcement, Trump reinforces his stance that prioritizes economic interests over environmental protections, advocating that deregulation will spur economic growth. This decision could have extensive implications for public health and the environment, particularly in light of growing concerns over climate change and its impacts both domestically and internationally.