Lee Zeldin Appointed EPA Administrator by Trump

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), signaling a shift away from stringent climate policies. Zeldin, a climate skeptic, has expressed intentions to roll back regulations implemented under previous administrations and focus on economic growth while maintaining clean air and water standards. Trump praised Zeldin's legal background and commitment to deregulation, claiming it will unleash American business potential. Critics, including the Sierra Club, have labeled Zeldin as unqualified and opposed to environmental safeguards. Zeldin's past legislative actions demonstrate a pattern of support for oil drilling and opposition to renewable energy mandates, which raises concerns about the future direction of the EPA under his leadership. As Zeldin prepares to take office, his initial priorities may include reviewing and potentially overturning existing climate regulations.