Henry Waxman

Republicans challenge the authority of the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.

Democratic Congressman Henry Waxman tells LOE why he invited scientists to testify on alleged efforts by the Bush administration to suppress scientific findings on climate change.

For the past month, the EPA has aired paid advertisements on the Hispanic Radio Network. Among other topics, these ads feature what some members of Congress consider a plug for the president’s Clear Skies Initiative. Host Steve Curwood talks with Congressman Henry Waxman about why these ads may be illegal. EPA spokeswoman Lisa Harrison responds.

Democratic Representative Henry Waxman from California says Enron had easy access to the White House Energy Task Force and it shows. According to Representative Waxman, the Bush admistration’s National Energy Plan advances 17 policies Enron advocated. Host Steve Curwood talks to Representative Waxman about his report on this issue.