Trump's Rollback of Greenhouse Gas Regulation: A Landmark Shift

Sat Feb 14 2026 01:08:19 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

President Trump has rescinded the Obama-era ruling that deemed greenhouse gases a threat to public health, a move that has sparked controversy and debate over climate policy.

President Trump has overturned the 2009 'endangerment finding,' which classified greenhouse gases as harmful to public health, thereby marking a significant shift in U.S. climate policy. The White House claims this will reduce costs for automakers and consumers; however, environmentalists warn of dire consequences, including increased health risks and potential legal challenges. The decision has been hailed as the largest deregulation in American history, with critics emphasizing it jeopardizes the country’s efforts to combat climate change.

Trump's Rollback of Greenhouse Gas Regulation: A Landmark Shift

President Donald Trump has officially revoked a key aspect of environmental policy from the Obama administration, the 2009 'endangerment finding' that classified a range of greenhouse gases as a threat to public health. This rollover of regulations signifies a major shift in U.S. climate policy and raises questions about the impact on public health and the environment.

The White House has branded the move as the 'largest deregulation in American history,' arguing that it could lower car manufacturing costs by over $2,400 per vehicle. However, environmental organizations and experts have expressed serious reservations, warning that this rollback could lead to significant negative health impacts while also undermining efforts to tackle climate change.

Former President Barack Obama criticized the decision, suggesting it would leave Americans less safe and less healthy in the face of climate challenges, primarily serving the interests of the fossil fuel industry.

Environmental groups are preparing legal challenges, claiming that the implications of this policy change could result in thousands of premature deaths and increase costs related to fuel consumption for many American families.