Trump's EPA Pick: Zeldin's Environmental Stand

President-elect Donald Trump plans to appoint Lee Zeldin to lead the EPA. Zeldin has a history of opposing green legislation. Trump aims to reverse EPA rules on fossil fuels and vehicle emissions. Zeldin's approval will be needed from a Republican-majority Senate.

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday his intention to appoint Republican former Congressman Lee Zeldin to head the Environmental Protection Agency. Zeldin, known for opposing green legislative measures, has often voted against bills designed to prevent oil companies from price gouging.

Trump's decision signals a potential shift in environmental policy, as he seeks to reverse many of the current EPA rules on fossil fuel emissions from power plants and vehicles. On his first day in office, Trump plans to rescind EPA and Transportation Department vehicle pollution rules, and is considering cutting EV tax breaks and incentives.

Zeldin, a former candidate for New York governor, has criticized emissions programs like California's Zero Emission Vehicle initiative. He promises to restore U.S. energy dominance and revitalize the auto industry. Approval from the Senate, which has a Republican majority, is required for his appointment.

(With inputs from agencies.)