Trump Appoints Lee Zeldin as EPA Head

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former New York Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), emphasizing a commitment to deregulation and maintaining high environmental standards. Zeldin aims to restore U.S. energy dominance and revitalize the auto industry while ensuring clean air and water. Critics point out Zeldin's poor environmental voting record, having received a low rating from the League of Conservation Voters, raising concerns about his qualifications for the role. Additionally, Trump has chosen Rep. Elise Stefanik as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, further shaping his administration's foreign policy outlook. The backdrop of these appointments coincides with the tense diplomatic climate leading up to the COP29 climate summit in Baku, where global leaders will discuss pressing environmental issues. As the new administration prepares to take office in January, it faces scrutiny over its approach to climate change and international cooperation.