News Alert: Poll: Most Americans oppose Trump's decision to scrap Paris climate plan and think it will hurt U.S. leadership globally

Nearly 6 in 10 Americans oppose President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll. The survey also finds broad skepticism toward Trump's argument that leaving the Paris agreement will help the U.S. economy.

Opposition to Trump's decision outpaces support by a 2-to-1 margin, with 59 percent opposing the move and 28 percent in support.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Mon., Jun. 05, 2017 3:09 p.m.     Poll: Most Americans oppose Trump's decision to scrap Paris climate plan and think it will hurt U.S. leadership globally Nearly 6 in 10 Americans oppose President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll. The survey also finds broad skepticism toward Trump's argument that leaving the Paris agreement will help the U.S. economy. Opposition to Trump's decision outpaces support by a 2-to-1 margin, with 59 percent opposing the move and 28 percent in support. Read more » Advertisement You are signed up for the following breaking news alerts: Health/Science/Environment. You received this email because you signed up for breaking news alerts. For additional free email alerts and newsletters, or to unsubscribe, click here. We respect your privacy. If you believe that this email has been sent to you in error, or you no longer wish to receive email from The Washington Post, click here. Contact us for help. ©2017 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071