Under his 24-year leadership, the lobbying group developed enormous clout in Washington, but he broke with the Trump administration over immigration, tariffs and the 2020 election.
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Court Temporarily Halts S.E.C.’s New Climate Rules
Two fracking companies had challenged requirements that some businesses disclose more information about the risks they face from climate change.
Oil Executives Privately Contradicted Public Statements on Climate, Files Show
The documents, subpoenaed in a House investigation of climate disinformation, show company leaders contravening industry commitments.
How Europe Got Hooked on Russian Gas Despite Reagan’s Warnings
A Soviet-era pipeline, opposed by the president but supported by the oil and gas industry, set up the dependency that today helps fund the Russian assault on Ukraine.
When is Daylight Savings Time? All Your Questions Answered
A group of U.S. senators has joined the ranks of those who want to abolish daylight saving time, which has roots in cost-cutting strategies of the late 19th century.
Hong Kong Tightens Border as Medical Workers Call for Shutdown
More than 2,500 hospital employees went on strike, demanding a complete closing of traffic from mainland China to lessen the risk of spreading coronavirus.
Hong Kong Protests: Tens of Thousands Turn Out for Largest March in Weeks
Large crowds poured into Hong Kong’s major thoroughfares for a march organized by the Civil Human Rights Front, which in recent months has led large, peaceful protests.
China Lifts Some U.S. Tariffs in Modest Olive Branch to Trump
Products exempted include cancer drugs, lubricants and pesticides but don’t include major agricultural products that Washington sees as key to a deal.
China Lifts Tariffs on Some U.S. Goods in Modest Olive Branch to Trump
The American imports spared by Beijing include lubricants, pesticides and cancer drugs but not the major agricultural products that Washington considers crucial to making a trade deal.
As Trade War Rages, China’s Sway Over the U.S. Fades
Beijing once could count on allies in business and politics to help get its way. Now many of its old allies are staying on the sidelines.