In 2019, President Donald Trump made headlines by claiming that wind turbines—often seen as the future of clean energy—cause cancer. His remarks, made during a speech in Michigan, shocked the scientific community and drew widespread ridicule. “I never understood wind,” Trump said, adding, “You know, the windmills? They’re very noisy. And they say the noise causes cancer.”

The assertion was immediately met with backlash from experts. There is no scientific evidence linking wind turbines or their noise to cancer. The American Cancer Society, as well as leading researchers, swiftly debunked the claim, pointing out that wind turbines have no known connection to health risks like cancer. In fact, studies have shown that the noise levels from wind turbines are not harmful to human health at normal distances.

Trump’s bizarre comments raised questions about his understanding of science and his approach to environmental policy. It also highlighted the disconnect between his administration and the scientific community, which had long been concerned about his stance on climate change and renewable energy.

Trump’s dismissal of science and the facts surrounding wind energy was part of a larger pattern of downplaying environmental concerns and climate change, often to the benefit of fossil fuel industries. For those advocating for clean, sustainable energy, Trump’s remarks were a reminder of the hurdles faced by those trying to transition away from fossil fuels under his administration.

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