This week, President Donald J. Trump declared the largest deregulatory move in U.S. history: the complete withdrawal of the contentious Obama-era “Endangerment Finding” and the consumer mandates built upon it. This bold maneuver dismantles the 2009 assessment that served as a justification for over $1.3 trillion in onerous regulations impacting American families, businesses, and consumers.
This pivotal action opens the door for reduced prices, increased consumer options, and a robust economy. Families across America can expect to save an average of more than $2,400 on new vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. The reduction in transportation and trucking expenses is anticipated to lower the prices of everyday goods, while drivers will no longer be coerced into undesirable features that inflate costs and limit choices.
President Trump is reaffirming that decisive leadership can yield tangible results: lower costs, enhanced freedom, and a more vigorous economy for all Americans.
Reactions from Various Stakeholders:
Michelle Bloodworth, President and CEO of America’s Power, stated, “The EPA’s Endangerment Finding has been the basis for regulations undermining the reliability of our nation’s electric grid. Regulations like President Obama’s Clean Power Plan were aimed at hastening the retirement of coal power plants, thereby increasing our dependency on less reliable energy sources. It’s illogical to force the retirement of the U.S. coal fleet, which contributes only 2% to global greenhouse gas emissions, while countries like China and India account for nearly 40%.”
Jason Hayes, Energy and Environment Director at America First Policy Institute, remarked, “This is a vital step toward reestablishing rationality in climate policy. The Endangerment Finding had become a tool for sweeping regulations driven by an extreme environmental agenda. The U.S. can maintain a clean environment without the aggressive mandates that have stifled economic growth.”
Tom Pyle, President of the American Energy Alliance, expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you, President Trump and Administrator Zeldin, for restoring energy freedom and economic prosperity. The Endangerment Finding has been misused to jeopardize affordable energy sources for American families.”
Gentry Collins, CEO of the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, added, “This decisive action dismantles the foundation for the failed electric vehicle mandates and limits EPA authority to areas explicitly designated by Congress. We commend the Trump Administration for its leadership and will actively defend against any legal challenges to this historic rule.”
Faith Burns, Energy Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity, noted, “Agencies must operate within their legal authority. Today’s decision will positively impact energy production and the broader economy.”
Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform, tweeted, “Thanks to @POTUS and @epaleezeldin for this historic deregulation that rescinds the Obama Endangerment Finding—an action that illustrates how the Left manipulated the EPA to hinder investment and threaten industries. This is a significant victory for affordable energy.”
Daren Bakst, Director at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, stated, “The EPA has taken an essential step toward fulfilling its mission of environmental protection rather than acting as an economic planner. Most Americans recognize that policies increasing costs and restricting freedom are harmful.”
Gregory Wrightstone, Executive Director of the CO2 Coalition, called the repeal a cause for celebration, asserting that the Endangerment Finding prioritized ideology over scientific evidence and stifled economic growth.
The Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow expressed thanks to the administration for reversing a rule detrimental to American lives and the economy.
Rusty Bell, Executive Director of Energy Capital Economic Development, remarked positively on the implications for Wyoming’s coal and energy sustainability.
Dave Tovar, spokesman for Ford Motor Company, stated, “We appreciate the Trump administration’s efforts to balance emissions standards with customer choice.”
Derrick Morgan, Executive Vice President at Heritage Foundation, emphasized that the rescission is based on solid legal grounds, arguing that the Clean Air Act was never meant to empower the EPA as a central economic planner.
Gabriella Hoffman, Director at the Independent Women’s Center for Energy and Conservation, praised the repeal as a necessary correction, asserting that the Obama-era regulation was unscientific and detrimental to the economy.
Life:Powered noted that the Endangerment Finding imposed significant costs on American families and businesses, echoing the sentiment of many in the energy sector who have long criticized the regulation.
Brook A. Simmons, President of the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma, applauded the shift in federal policy, emphasizing the need for balance between environmental stewardship and economic opportunity.
Mike Spagnola, CEO of the Specialty Equipment Market Association/Performance Racing Industry, welcomed the decision as a return to sensible environmental policies.
Stellantis expressed support for the decision, emphasizing the need for a diverse range of vehicle options for consumers.
David Williams, President of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance, stressed the importance of restoring accountability in federal regulatory authority, welcoming the end of the Endangerment Finding as a relief for taxpayers.
Kristen Walker, Senior Policy Analyst at the American Consumer Institute, highlighted the necessity of the repeal in restoring proper boundaries on federal regulatory power, asserting it will lead to more sensible energy policy.
H. Sterling Burnett, Director at the Heartland Institute, declared the action beneficial for American consumers, freeing the auto industry to meet market demands without excessive restrictions.
E.J. Antoni, Chief Economist at the Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Studies, stated that the reduction in inefficient regulation will bring significant savings for consumers and businesses.
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita proclaimed the repeal as a monumental victory, emphasizing the financial relief it brings to taxpayers.
West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey expressed excitement over the repeal, asserting its transformative impact on working-class Americans.
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso criticized the prior administration’s misuse of the Endangerment Finding as politically motivated, lauding the Trump administration for its corrective measures.
Senate Republican Conference Chair Tom Cotton remarked on the financial burdens Arkansans faced due to previous policies, expressing gratitude for the current administration’s actions.
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito praised the rollback for its potential to alleviate economic challenges in her home state.
Sen. John Cornyn noted the implications for consumer choice as the EPA relieves itself of stringent regulations.
Sen. Kevin Cramer expressed gratitude for the repeal, highlighting the unnecessary burden placed on American manufacturers.
Sen. Cynthia Lummis criticized the previous rule for overstepping congressional authority while supporting the current administration’s correction.
Rep. Brian Babin voiced approval of the repeal as a restoration of limits on federal authority.
Rep. Jim Baird expressed pride in joining the administration for the announcement, emphasizing the significant savings for American families.
Rep. Kat Cammack sarcastically referred to the “GREEN NEW SCAM” as being dismantled, celebrating the resulting benefits for consumers.
Rep. Ben Cline reiterated the financial burdens posed by the Obama-era rule, commending the administration for its focus on affordability.
Rep. Michael Cloud humorously remarked on the end of treating carbon dioxide as a public health crisis.
Rep. Harriet Hageman highlighted the importance of limiting regulatory overreach for the benefit of American energy and jobs.
Rep. Richard Hudson celebrated the repeal as a means of restoring consumer choice and lowering vehicle costs.
Rep. Barry Moore emphasized the need for consumers to dictate their vehicle choices, rather than bureaucrats.
Rep. Riley Moore described the repeal as a substantial win for American families and energy independence.
Rep. Pete Stauber echoed the sentiment of significant taxpayer savings and lower vehicle costs.
Rep. Tim Walberg praised the administration’s efforts to continue rolling back burdensome regulations.
Rep. Daniel Webster stated that consumers should have the freedom to choose the vehicles that best meet their needs.
