Trump Affirms Plans To Withdraw U.S. From The Paris Climate Accord

The transcript discusses the US's intention to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord, as announced by President Trump. He claims the accord was detrimental to US competitiveness. The withdrawal process is complex, requiring a formal notice to the UN, which can only begin a year before the official exit date of November 4, 2020. The Trump administration is preparing to initiate this process, though the State Department has not confirmed drafting the notice.

What major international agreement is the US planning to withdraw from, as discussed in the video?

• Kyoto Protocol

• Paris Climate Accord

• Montreal Protocol

• Geneva Convention

According to President Trump, what was a significant reason for the US's decision to leave the Paris Climate Accord?

• To improve relations with other countries

• To increase global cooperation

• To enhance US competitiveness

• To reduce environmental regulations

What is the earliest date any country can officially leave the Paris Climate Accord?

• December 31st, 2020

• November 4th, 2019

• November 4th, 2020

• January 1st, 2021

What must the US submit to the United Nations to begin the withdrawal process from the Paris Climate Accord?

• A verbal announcement

• A written notice

• A public referendum

• A presidential decree

Which newspaper reported on the US's plans to start the formal withdrawal process from the Paris Climate Accord?

• The Los Angeles Times

• The New York Times

• The Wall Street Journal

• The Washington Post