Ed Whitfield: “If you don't think those are real--so if we are going to have a real debate about these standards, Mr. Chairman, we need…”

There are strong feelings on the issue because many people, and we are speaking for our constituents, believe that EPA is exceeding its legal authority under the direction of a president who is trying to impose his will on climate change…

So many critics say that that flexibility argument--we're giving maximum flexibility to the State--is really a red herring.

If that happens and if you're still at the EPA I want you to go to Fairfield, Texas with Congressman Bill Flores and explain to those people who've lost their jobs how you've improved their environment.

EPA is pushing a back door cap-and-trade policy without congressional approval.