Trump’s energy secretary says global warming is ‘no big deal.’ Meanwhile, a heat emergency is striking the U.S.

Lee Zeldin, Trump's pick for energy secretary, stated that global warming is "no big deal" during his confirmation hearing. The National Weather Service issued heat advisories for multiple U.S. regions, with temperatures forecast to reach triple digits in many areas this weekend. Government scientists recommended residents remain indoors during the peak heat hours. The heat emergency affects parts of the Southwest, Great Plains, and Midwest.

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