Despite McCarthy Ousting, Congressional Conservative’s Anti-ESG Agenda Is Safe

In an unprecedented move, Congressman Matt Gaetz toppled Kevin McCarthy from Speaker of the House of Representatives. While the turmoil is causing infighting within the Republican Party, one unifying theme in potential replacements is fighting against environmental, social, and governance. ESG is a rapidly expanding global industry that is set on changing the way business functions. It adds a new level of scrutiny, beyond the primary goal of profits, by inserting a duty to the environment and sustainability efforts. The overriding push is tied to the Paris Accords’ Net Zero...