During a recent exchange, President-elect Donald Trump's energy pick, Chris Wright, reaffirmed his past social media comments regarding wildfires, stating that 'the hype over wildfires is just hype.' This statement was made in defense of climate policies that he believes could have negative impacts.
When questioned by Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California, who highlighted the current devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Wright stood by his previous remarks. Despite the ongoing crisis and loss of lives, Wright maintained his position.
Senator Padilla expressed his disbelief at Wright's stance, emphasizing the human toll of the wildfires. In response, Wright acknowledged the severity of the fires, describing them as 'horrific.'
The exchange shed light on the differing perspectives on climate change and its relationship to natural disasters. While Wright's comments may have sparked controversy, they underscore the importance of addressing climate policies and their potential implications.
