Trump Cedes U.S. Climate Change Leadership: Moniz

The transcript discusses the impact of US innovation investments on global competition, particularly in clean energy, and how the administration's budget proposal could affect this. It highlights the role of fact-checking in addressing misinformation, especially regarding the Paris Agreement and President Trump's stance. The internal dynamics of the White House are explored, focusing on the influence of key figures like Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Steve Bannon in policy decisions.

What is the main concern regarding the US administration's budget proposal in terms of clean energy?

• It will increase the US's investment in renewable energy.

• It will reduce the US's dependency on fossil fuels.

• It will allow China and European countries to surpass the US.

• It will increase the US's lead in clean energy innovation.

What was fact-checked about President Trump's statement on the Paris Agreement?

• The Paris Agreement is beneficial for the US economy.

• The US has already met its Paris Agreement targets.

• The US will lead in clean energy.

• The US can no longer produce coal.

How did various cities, states, and countries respond to President Trump's stance on the Paris Agreement?

• They supported the President's decision.

• They agreed to renegotiate the agreement.

• They chose to continue with the agreement as it is.

• They decided to withdraw from the agreement.

What was the reaction of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner to President Trump's decision on the Paris Agreement?

• They remained silent on the matter.

• They publicly supported the decision.

• They resigned from their positions.

• They attended the Rose Garden event.

Who was influential in convincing President Trump to keep his campaign promise regarding the Paris Agreement?

• Ivanka Trump

• Steve Bannon

• Mike Pence

• Jared Kushner