Trump Blames China for US Withdrawal from Paris Climate Agreement
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Synopsis
On January 21, President Trump announced the US withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, citing China as the main reason, in a shift from his previous stance in 2017. He emphasized the unfairness of the agreement while signing executive orders to rescind Biden-era regulations.
Key Takeaways
- Trump attributes US withdrawal to China's pollution.
- He describes the Paris Accord as one-sided and unfair.
- Supporters gathered at a sports arena for his announcement.
- Trump signed orders to revoke Biden's regulations.
- The withdrawal signifies a continued divergence in climate policy.
Washington, Jan 21 (NationPress) President Donald Trump on Monday criticized China as the primary reason for his decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Accord, marking a notable shift from his prior stance in 2017 when he also pointed fingers at India.
"I'm swiftly exiting this unjust, one-sided Paris Climate Accord, which I consider a scam. The United States will not undermine our own industries while China continues to pollute without consequences," Trump expressed to his supporters gathered at a sports arena where they had eagerly awaited his address.
These supporters traveled from across the nation to engage in the inauguration, traditionally held outdoors at the US Capitol. This year's event was relocated indoors, allowing attendees to watch the proceedings on large screens within the arena.
"You know, China relies heavily on dirty energy, but they generate a significant amount of energy. When that pollution rises into the atmosphere, it doesn't just remain there. It's not as if there's a barrier; we adore walls for that reason. It's not like it stays contained; it drifts into the United States after three and a half to five and a half days, floating across the oceans and landing right in your neighborhood. Consequently, while everyone claims we need to advocate for cleaner air, the polluted air from elsewhere is falling over us. What are they truly discussing? Unless everyone participates, it simply won't be effective.
Thus, the United States is officially out of the Paris Climate Accord once more.
Trump declared the withdrawal while he commenced his duties even before the festivities had concluded, signing executive orders to revoke numerous regulations from the Biden administration in front of enthusiastic supporters who had waited all day in the arena.
The President is "signing the cancellation of 78 executive actions from the Biden era, including executive orders, presidential memoranda, and more," the announcer stated at the President's request as he signed the order at a designated area in the arena featuring the presidential seal.
