U.S. Bluntly Rebuffs Queries on Climate
- Administration touts its pro-jobs agenda in responses to UN
- U.S. nearing decision on whether it will remain in Paris deal
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The Trump administration, responding to skepticism about its commitment to the Paris climate accord from China and other countries, bluntly told them that it is putting American jobs first.
In a formal response to queries filed with the United Nations, the administration President Donald Trump left little doubt that it is taking a different approach in tone and substance from former President Barack Obama. It said its pro-jobs agenda takes priority and that it would continue to roll back environmental regulations aimed at cutting carbon emissions.