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These experts say it may actually be best if the U.S. left the Paris climate agreement
May 31, 2017 at 13:49
The president is expected to announce his decision this week
Around the world, eyes are on the United States as President Trump draws closer to deciding whether the nation will remain a part of the Paris climate agreement. The president is expected to announce his decision this week, and while multiple White House officials have cautioned that he’s still considering, at least one official said Wednesday that he was leaning toward withdrawal. This news comes after Trump chose not to join other Group of Seven leaders in committing to remain within the accord at last week’s summit. But even as climate scientists and activists continue to urge the president not to withdraw from the agreement, citing the possibility of international blowback and a potential ...()
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