Democrats can pass a major climate bill — without winning the midterms

The upcoming US midterms will significantly influence climate policy and energy costs. While Democrats may pass a major climate bill regardless of the election outcome, a potential blue wave could allow them to reclaim the House and Senate. Such a victory would enable Democrats to resist Donald Trump's anti-climate agenda and advance state-level policies. Conversely, Republican control would likely embolden the drill baby drill approach and maintain the dismantling of regulatory measures protecting public health.