Zeldin gives keynote address at climate skeptic conference
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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin gave a keynote address at a climate skeptic conference.
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This signals a continued departure from mainstream scientific consensus on climate change within the executive branch, potentially influencing future environmental policies.
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin delivered the keynote address Wednesday at a conference organized by the conservative Heartland Institute, a group known for climate skepticism. Zeldin told attendees to "celebrate vindication" and alleged a "cabal" previously dictated U.S. climate models. This appearance by the nation's chief environmental regulator at a climate skeptic event signals the Trump administration's stance on climate science. The remarks underscore a continued departure from mainstream scientific consensus regarding climate change within the executive branch.
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