Trump Calls Climate Change a "Hoax" as Storms Intensify

President Donald Trump has repeatedly called global warming "a hoax." This stance comes as the United States experiences more severe storms and extreme weather. A report from the *New York Times* details the administration's efforts to reverse policies designed to fight climate change. Reporter David Gelles explains what this means for environmental rules. The term "climate change" refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Many scientists link these shifts to human activity. The administration's actions include pulling out of a major international climate agreement. It has also worked to cancel rules that limit pollution from power plants, cars, and oil and gas operations. This policy shift happens while the country faces costly wildfires, hurricanes, and floods. Critics argue this makes the U.S. less prepared for future environmental challenges.