A United Kingdom-based environmental group has sparked controversy by openly attempting to influence the 2024 U.S. presidential election against former President Donald Trump. The Centre for Climate Reporting, founded by climate activists Lawrence Carter and Tom Costello, recently released a heavily edited video targeting the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, a key initiative backed by Trump allies. The video attempts to portray Project 2025 as a sinister plot, using dramatic music and ominous narration to mislead viewers.
The video prominently features footage of former Trump administration official Russ Vought, who served as Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Vought is a leading figure in the effort to reform federal administrative powers and push back against what conservatives describe as the “deep state.” The video claims to expose shocking revelations, but the content largely consists of recycled statements Vought has made publicly, including on programs like Steve Bannon’s War Room.
The Centre for Climate Reporting’s involvement raises serious questions about foreign interference in U.S. elections. Although the group is headquartered in the UK and employs British and Canadian nationals, their video aligns closely with attacks from American progressives and Democrats. Critics argue that this amounts to foreign election interference—a concern Democrats have frequently raised since 2016.
The video appears aimed at attracting progressive donors in the U.S., given its high production value and extensive media promotion. The involvement of foreign nationals in producing politically charged content has sparked concerns over the ethical implications of such interference in an American election.
