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Newsom Blasts Trump for Skipping COP30 Climate Conference
In a sharp rebuke, California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned former President Donald Trump for not attending the COP30 climate summit in Brazil. Newsom, a leading voice in environmental policy, accused Trump of “abandoning the planet” by missing the critical global discussions on climate action.
“A Betrayal of Future Generations”
Speaking to reporters at COP30, Newsom criticized Trump’s long-standing skepticism of climate science. “While the world comes together to save our future, Donald Trump is once again missing in action,” Newsom said. “His refusal to engage on climate change shows a dangerous disregard for science and global cooperation.”
Trump, the likely GOP nominee for 2024, has historically dismissed climate concerns as a “hoax.” His absence contrasts with President Joe Biden’s active role at COP30, where the U.S. has pledged stronger emissions cuts and clean energy investments.
Biden vs. Trump: A Climate Policy Showdown
The clash highlights America’s deep divide on climate issues. Biden has rejoined the Paris Agreement and pushed renewable energy, while Trump promises deregulation and expanded fossil fuel production if re-elected.
Newsom pointed to California’s leadership in reducing emissions and advancing green energy as proof that economic growth and sustainability can coexist. However, he stressed that “global cooperation is essential—no single state or nation can solve this crisis alone.”
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