Lee Zeldin, Donald Trump and Environmental Protection Agency

Why Trump Picked Lee Zeldin to Lead the Environmental Protection Agency
With a Republican majority in Congress and Zeldin promising to “deregulate” the EPA, the new Trump administration will prioritize fossil fuel interests over environmental protection.
Trump appoints new EPA head Lee Zeldin, who has abysmal environmental record
President-elect Donald Trump tapped New York Republican Lee Zeldin Monday to be his new head of the Environmental Protection Agency, further signaling his intention to oppose government action to address climate change.
Lee Zeldin tapped to lead Environmental Protection Agency under Trump
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped former New York Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
Who is Lee Zeldin? 6 things to know about Trump’s selection for EPA chief
President-elect Trump on Monday announced former Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) as his nominee to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Zeldin has a fairly thin track record on environmental policy but was a vocal congressional ally of Trump’s in the president-elect’s first term.
Lee Zeldin, Trump’s Pick for the EPA, Promises to Cut Regulations
Our lives, our livelihoods, and our collective future cannot afford Lee Zeldin—or anyone who seeks to carry out a mission antithetical to the EPA's mission." "2024 will assuredly surpass 2023 as the hottest year on record,
Who is Lee Zeldin, Trump’s pick to head the EPA?
Inside Climate News reporter Marianne Lavelle writes that New York Representative Lee Zeldin brings a moderate face to a radical game plan.
Lee Zeldin, Trump’s EPA pick, brings a moderate face to a radical game plan
Despite his past pro-environment votes, Lee Zeldin is expected to be on board with Trump’s climate policy rollbacks.
How environmental agencies could be managed under new Trump administration
As President-elect Donald Trump names his cabinet picks, environmental groups are concerned over who he's chosen to regulate ...
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Trump selects former Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday that former Congressman Lee Zeldin of New York will serve as the Administrator ...
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Cities, states say they’ll need more help to replace millions of lead pipes
A new federal rule will require water utilities across the country to pull millions of lead drinking water pipes out of the ...
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Bridging gaps: HBCUs, EPA collaborate on environmental justice research
As underserved communities demand more environmental protections, the EPA has looked to partnerships with historically Black institutions.
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Trump picks Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency - adding second New Yorker to cabinet
“He will set new standards on environmental review and maintenance that will allow the United States to grow in a ...
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Ag organizations push for clear definition of the Waters of the United States
Ag leaders stress their concerns about the unclear definition of Waters of the United States at the National Association of ...
Advocates: Protection for wetlands crucial for future water availability
With some expecting the Indiana General Assembly to begin discussions on a statewide comprehensive water plan during the upcoming legislative session, advocates say there's more to consider. The idea ...
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Key Environmental Law and Policy Issues to Watch in President Trump’s Second Administration
On November 5, President Donald Trump was elected President-elect for a second time. We anticipate that President Trump’s ...
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposes draft of potential wind farm project in Nantucket
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today its draft for a Clean Air Act Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) ...