How will the White House respond to new climate report?

News outlets have published a draft report by scientists from 13 federal agencies that concludes climate change is negatively affecting American lives.

The report says the average temperature in the U.S. has steadily risen since 1980.

Dr. Peter Gleick, a member of U.S. National Academy of Science and president of Pacific Institute, joined MPR News host Tom Weber to discuss how the draft climate change is at odd with Trump administration.

Use the audio player above to hear their conversation.

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