Former President Trump ignited a firestorm of controversy Wednesday, calling for investigations into officials he believes championed extreme climate policies. Speaking at a high-profile investment forum in Washington, D.C., he framed these policies as a rejection of American values and economic prosperity.
The U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, a gathering of global leaders and innovators at the Kennedy Center, served as the backdrop for Trump’s pointed remarks. Attendees included Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and CEOs from major corporations like NVIDIA and Pfizer, all focused on the future of global investment.
Trump dissected the evolution of climate terminology, highlighting the shift from “global warming” to the broader “climate change.” He suggested this linguistic change was a deliberate tactic, allowing activists to attribute any weather event – rain, snow, or sunshine – to a looming environmental crisis.
He characterized the push for climate action as a “little conspiracy,” demanding immediate scrutiny of those responsible. Trump asserted that these policies actively penalized success, rewarded failure, and ultimately contributed to the nation’s economic struggles, including a surge in inflation.
While the specific targets of his call for investigation remained unclear, Trump has consistently denounced proposals like the Green New Deal, dismissing it as a costly and ineffective “Green New Scam.” He painted a stark contrast between his administration’s approach and the current administration’s policies.
Trump recently proclaimed October as “National Energy Dominance Month,” sharply criticizing the current administration’s energy policies as a “war on American energy.” He argued that these policies have weakened the power grid, stifled domestic production, and inadvertently shifted energy jobs overseas.
He further contended that his administration prioritized American stewardship of natural resources, rejecting what he described as wasteful “virtue signaling” and ineffective initiatives. Under his leadership, he declared, America had reached unprecedented levels of strength and economic opportunity.
The forum also witnessed a significant commitment from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who pledged nearly $1 trillion in new investment into the U.S. economy over the coming year. Trump enthusiastically welcomed this investment, attributing it to the renewed confidence in America’s potential.
The Crown Prince echoed Trump’s sentiment, affirming the attractiveness of the U.S. as an investment destination. This exchange underscored a shared vision of economic growth and collaboration between the two nations.
Trump’s address was a forceful articulation of his long-held views on energy, climate, and economic policy, setting a clear demarcation between his administration’s priorities and those of the current White House.
