U.S. policies

The United Nations Climate Talks in Bonn were marked by concerns over U.S. policies and military actions, which influenced the negotiations despite the U.S. not sending a federal delegation. The absence of a U.S. delegation did not prevent its foreign and economic policy from shaping the talks, generating both anxiety and hope for a faster transition from fossil fuels.

Activists across the U.S. are participating in 'May Day Strong' rallies to protest policies they argue favor billionaires over families and everyday workers. The demonstrations aim to push back against perceived systemic inequities in U.S. economic and labor policies.