A Trump nominee says carbon dioxide can’t be pollution because “Our flesh, blood, and bones are built of carbon.” https://t.co/PBmDfCNRnk
— Justin Miller (@justinjm1) January 31, 2018
“…To the surprise of Hill-watchers, White has been re-nominated, setting up a showdown with Democrats and Republicans alike. (Per Senate rules, nominees not confirmed at the end of the year must be re-submitted.)”
“When White ran the TCEQ, she voted to build a new coal plant near Dallas, despite opposition from officials in 24 cities and counties; falsified data to help polluters get around water regulations; and, according to a 2003 Texas state audit, did “not consistently ensure violators are held accountable” for pollution.”