President-elect Trump has picked a new leader for Americas environmental watchdog agency - Lee Zeldin‚ a long-time supporter who ran an un-successful campaign for New York governor about two years ago
The announcement shows Trumps focus on placing trusted allies in key positions: his statement outlined a dual-track approach to environmental management. The ex-president wants quick action on cutting red-tape while keeping strict eco-standards (which he says will be “the highest on the planet“)
The selection brings a fresh-faced politician to the role - Zeldin served as a Representative and built his career pushing for less-government intervention in business matters. His track-record shows strong support for market-driven solutions; however he also backed clean-air initiatives during his time in Congress
We will unleash American businesses while maintaining the cleanest air and water on Earth
The move fits into Trumps broader plan to re-shape federal agencies with business-friendly leaders who share his de-regulation mindset