After the International Court of Justice ruled this week that countries are required to cut emissions in the name of climate change, the White House gave a simple reply: “America first.”
Any decision from the court is non-binding, but far-left advocates are hopeful it will cause a chain reaction, leading to “domestic lawsuits” and “other legal actions,” according to the Associated Press.
The case was reportedly brought before the United Nations’ highest court by small island countries, seeking to force international standards onto larger governments.
When Axios reached out to the White House Monday regarding potential penalties the United States could face, the response was direct.
“As always, President Trump and the entire Administration is committed to putting America first and prioritizing the interests of
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