Trump withdraws US from Paris climate agreement again

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. This marks a return to his previous stance from 2017. The Paris Agreement, established in 2015, involved nearly 200 countries committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Trump's decision comes as the world faces severe climate impacts, with 2024 being the hottest year on record. This withdrawal raises questions about the U.S. commitment to climate finance for poorer nations and undermines efforts to meet climate targets. The U.S. is the second-largest carbon polluter, and Trump's exit could hinder global climate goals.