Jody Freeman

Jody Freeman, Archibald Cox Professor of Law at Harvard and architect of the Obama administration's landmark auto emissions deal, joins a discussion about the Trump administration's controversial declaration that carbon dioxide is not a dangerous pollutant. They explore its potential to dismantle regulations on greenhouse gases and analyze the implications for U.S. climate policy. Freeman critiques the legal and scientific basis of this move and highlights the historical context of bipartisan climate efforts, emphasizing the need for a unified approach to tackle climate challenges.

Jody Freeman, Harvard Law professor and former Obama White House climate counselor, explains how the Trump administration’s repeal targets EPA authority under the Clean Air Act. She walks through the administration’s shifting legal arguments, how the courts might respond, and what it means for power plant and vehicle regulation. They also consider whether repeal could shift climate fights to states and cities.