Environmental leaders raise concerns over Trump's second term and potential policy rollbacks

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a second term, environmental leaders express concerns about potential rollbacks of protections and reduced regulations. Activists fear that Trump will prioritize business interests over environmental safeguards, similar to his first term. Trump has appointed former Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. Critics highlight Zeldin's lack of environmental experience and his previous support for deregulation, raising alarms about future policies affecting air and water quality. Environmental advocates worry that Trump may attempt to eliminate funding for initiatives like the Great Lakes Initiative and could withdraw from international agreements like the Paris Agreement, which could impact global climate efforts.