In a final push to solidify President Biden's environmental legacy, the White House is accelerating the allocation of climate-related funding before President-elect Trump takes office in January. White House Chief of Staff, Jeff Zients, announced the administration's intention to "sprint to the finish line" and maximize achievements for the American people during the remaining weeks of President Biden's term. This includes distributing the remaining funds from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for climate initiatives.

The White House emphasized its commitment to further action on IRA funding, the cornerstone of the Democrats' climate agenda. This move comes as President-elect Trump has indicated his intent to dismantle the IRA, which he has labeled a "scam." While some House Republicans have expressed interest in revising the bill, House Speaker Mike Johnson advocates for a more cautious approach.

A complete reversal of the IRA appears improbable, considering the substantial allocation of funds already completed. White House spokesperson Andrew Bates cautioned against attempts to undo President Biden's initiatives, arguing that such actions would negatively impact working Americans. He highlighted the IRA's positive impacts, including the creation of numerous clean energy jobs, particularly in Republican-represented districts, and significant savings for Americans on clean energy home upgrades and electric vehicle purchases.