EPA’s war with California proves America needs a carbon tax | Dana Nuccitelli

Artificially low fuel prices are the root of the problem

Last week, Trump's EPA announced that it will repeal the vehicle fuel efficiency standards set under the Obama administration and replace them with weaker requirements. EPA also threatened to revoke California's ability under the Clean Air Act to impose its own greenhouse gas standards. If they do so, California's attorney general will sue the EPA.

The Trump Administration's assault on clean car standards risks our ability to protect our children's health, tackle climate change, and save hardworking Americans money. We're ready to file suit if needed to protect these critical standards: https://t.co/AqwDR9Js18 https://t.co/qBalA25Z2l