And so in its regional haze plan, Colorado incorporated these previously made decisions into the state's strategy to reduce air pollution. But EPA rejected Colorado's plan, Mr. President, not because it failed to meet federal standards. EPA rejected it because President Trump is laser focused on keeping even aging coal plants operational. regardless of the cost or the desires of local communities. EPA's disapproval of Colorado's plan was based on an unprecedented and flawed legal theory. (01:32–01:42)
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Asserts that the EPA's rejection was influenced by President Trump's focus on keeping aging coal plants operational.
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