Not only would these actions be detrimental for the environment and most likely lead to increases in the climate crisis, but they would also denounce the United States' status in the eyes of the other countries throughout the world. Most countries, especially the leading third-world countries, are on board with improving policies to become more environmentally-friendly. Throughout all of history, the United States has always been a key player in international policies and has been thought of as a leader, one for the other countries to model after. However, with Donald Trump leading, this status could greatly be degraded and leave the United States trailing behind as other countries become more "green."

With the new President and Vice President disbelieving in the scientific facts of the climate crisis, environmental groups and activists have become not only saddened, but also frustrated and hopeless that their actions will not be able to overcome this barrier. However, it is important, especially at these times, to not give up on the struggle. No one can deny environmental activists resilience to adversity as they are constantly fighting against the government and so many of their own citizens to spread awareness and positive change, and one can only hope that their determination will remain. 

Throughout all of history, there comes a time with each great struggle, such as the Civil Rights and Women's Suffrage Movements, where the government can no longer ignore the complaints and cries of its people. They may try to ignore or block out the noise, but eventually the ringing becomes too loud and they work to quiet it. That is when we will win. And with this win, we will rejoice, the environment will rejoice, all the world will rejoice.