California and New York weaken climate rules as red states ramp up green energy

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California slashed $3 billion in pollution allowances to heavy emitters on Friday, while New York delayed its carbon regulations from 2024 to 2028, both moves weakening climate rules in Democratic strongholds. Meanwhile, Republican-led states are rapidly scaling renewable energy, with Texas emerging as a clean-energy leader. The reversal upends the typical political narrative: blue states are retreating on climate while red states ramp up green infrastructure.