Trump II Administration Plans to Reconsider New Ban on Asbestos

The administration plans to reconsider a ban on the only form of asbestos still used in the United States. "White" asbestos is banned in 50 countries due to its link to lung cancer. It is used in the U.S. for roofing, textiles, cement, brake pads, and other uses. The Biden-era E.P.A proposed the ban in 2024. The Trump administration now plans to delay the ban and review the rule, a process that can take several years.