The Trump administration's EPA has finalized a repeal of most of the Biden-era carbon pollution standards for coal and gas power plants. The agency argues the 2024 rules exceeded Clean Air Act authority and relied on unproven carbon capture technology. Officials claim the rollback could save American taxpayers around $310 billion and reduce regulatory burdens on energy producers. Critics say the move treats carbon dioxide as a pollutant despite it being a natural part of human respiration. Supporters see it as a step toward energy independence and lower costs. Legal challenges are expected, and the issue may end up before the Supreme Court. The rollback is part of a broader push to dismantle climate regulations from the previous administration.
