US President Trump announced at the White House on the 12th that the scientific determination in a research report published by the US Environmental Protection Agency in 2009 is that emissions of six types of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide and methane, endanger public health and welfare. The certification is regarded as an important legal basis for the US government to monitor greenhouse gas emissions, promote the development of electric vehicles, and combat climate change. European news stations, BBC and other foreign media said on the 13th that the move triggered a strong legal and political backlash in the US. California Governor Newson and several environmental organizations said they will file a lawsuit against the federal government's decision. In the eyes of opponents, Washington's announcement was tantamount to “sending a gift package” to the fossil fuel industry, putting the latter's interests above public health and environmental protection. On the Republicans' side, the message they want to convey is that excessive regulation of greenhouse gas emissions is hindering economic growth.

US President Trump announced at the White House on the 12th that the scientific determination in a research report published by the US Environmental Protection Agency in 2009 is that emissions of six types of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide and methane, endanger public health and welfare. The certification is regarded as an important legal basis for the US government to monitor greenhouse gas emissions, promote the development of electric vehicles, and combat climate change. European news stations, BBC and other foreign media said on the 13th that the move triggered a strong legal and political backlash in the US. California Governor Newson and several environmental organizations said they will file a lawsuit against the federal government's decision. In the eyes of opponents, Washington's announcement was tantamount to “sending a gift package” to the fossil fuel industry, putting the latter's interests above public health and environmental protection. On the Republicans' side, the message they want to convey is that excessive regulation of greenhouse gas emissions is hindering economic growth.