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Why ESG Faces Backlash and Its Future Under Trump 2.0

The article from MSN discusses the backlash against Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing, which has become a contentious issue in the U.S. financial landscape. Critics argue that ESG criteria introduce political agendas into investment decisions, potentially at the expense of financial returns. This has led to legislative actions in several states aiming to restrict ESG considerations in state pension funds and other public investments. The article highlights how former President Trump, who has expressed skepticism towards ESG, might further influence its trajectory if re-elected. Trump's potential policies could include reversing executive actions that support ESG, like those promoting climate risk disclosure, and possibly encouraging a rollback of ESG integration in federal investment practices. Despite the backlash, supporters of ESG argue that it aligns with long-term value creation and risk management, suggesting that the debate over ESG's role in investment will continue to evolve, influenced by political, economic, and societal shifts.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/why-esg-faces-backlash-and-its-future-under-trump-2-0/ar-AA1yoc4j ]