DeBriefed covers Trump repeal of endangerment finding. Reports China emissions flatlining, UK relentless rain. Climate modeling, extreme weather, health, and policy updates. Focus on policy shifts and environmental impacts. Provides concise analysis for climate stakeholders.

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  • Summary (≈100 words) On 13 February 2026 the Trump administration formally repealed the U.S. “endangerment finding,” a 2009 Obama‑era ruling that classified greenhouse gases as a threat to public health and underpinned regulatory action for two decades. The decision has prompted immediate threats of litigation from environmental groups, with the outcome likely to be decided by the Conservative‑majority Supreme Court. In a related move, President Trump signed an executive order directing the Pentagon to purchase coal‑fired power, a policy that contrasts with his record of retiring more coal plants than any other U.S. president. The repeal marks a significant shift in U.S. climate‑policy enforcement.

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