Trump says EPA will ease methane rules

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President Donald Trump said the EPA plans to ease Biden-era regulations aimed at curbing methane leaks from oil and gas companies. The Trump administration was expected to announce weakened rules Tuesday, according to multiple sources; the changes target requirements intended to curb emissions from oil and gas operations.

WHO: President Donald Trump and the Trump administration

WHAT: Trump said the EPA plans to ease methane regulations for oil and gas companies.

WHEN: Oct 27, 2026

WHERE: USA

WHY: No reason for the planned rollback was reported.

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