Democrat Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is being criticized by conservatives after she outlined the goals of a 'Green New Deal' to combat climate change. Even so, the Green New Deal goes far beyond the Clean Power Plan proposed by former President Barack Obama. The announcement of the Green New Deal came as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tapped eight Democrats to serve on a special committee to address climate change. Pelosi said Thursday she hadn't seen the Green New Deal proposal but welcomes 'the enthusiasm' of its backers. 'I welcome the Green New Deal and any other proposals' to address climate change, Pelosi said.

Source: Daily Mail February 07, 2019 21:49 UTC