Trump's EPA Nominee Zeldin Sparks Environmental Concerns

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Lee Zeldin, a former New York Congressman, to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a move that has sparked significant concern among environmental advocates. Zeldin, known for his opposition to various green legislation and his support for deregulation, is expected to align with Trump's agenda to rollback climate regulations and promote fossil fuel industries. Critics, including Earthjustice and the Sierra Club, have expressed alarm, arguing that Zeldin's appointment prioritizes political loyalty over environmental qualifications and threatens to undo vital protections against pollution. Trump has announced this decision amidst his broader strategy to dismantle Biden-era climate policies, including vehicle emission standards, and has also threatened to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord once again. Zeldin has promised to restore US energy dominance while maintaining environmental standards, though his environmental voting record is low.