Climate change is not among top five global problems, Chris Wright says

Published December 2, 2025 10:35am ET



Energy Secretary Chris Wright said climate change is far from being one of the biggest problems the world is facing.

Wright’s remarks are the latest attempt from the Trump administration to downplay the risks of climate change, while also pressing European allies to follow its lead in rolling back numerous climate-related rules and regulations.

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