The Biden administration implemented strict emissions reductions for coal- and oil-burning power plants to protect public health, but the Trump administration is now offering companies the chance to bypass these rules by emailing President Trump for exemptions under an obscure section of the Clean Air Act. Critics fear this process could lead to unchecked pollution levels and undermine public health protections, with exemptions potentially lasting up to two years and affecting various toxic chemicals and carcinogens. The EPA has not disclosed whether any exemptions have been granted yet, but industry groups like the National Association of Manufacturers support the initiative.
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