Every time you buy milk, you pay for the power and parts that keep it cold. Now, the government is betting that changing the rules on fridge gases will put money back in your pocket.

WHAT HAPPENED

President Trump and the EPA are stopping two big rules from the Biden years. These rules forced stores to stop using certain gases in their big coolers.

The old rules aimed to phase out HFCs. These are strong gases that can trap a lot of heat in the air.

The White House says these rules were too pricey for stores. They believe cutting them will help lower the cost of food for everyone.

WHAT THE EVIDENCE SHOWS

$2.4 billion in total savings for shoppers.

• 2 major rules on cooling gases are being cut.
• HFCs are the gases used in most store fridges.
• These gases are known as "super-pollutants."
• The EPA will announce the change today.

THE BIGGER QUESTION

Is it better to save money now or protect the air for later? We often hear about "green" rules, but we rarely see the bill that comes with them until we get to the store.

Should the government focus on the planet's future or a family's budget today? It is a hard choice that affects every person who eats.

THE OTHER SIDE

Groups that protect the planet say this is a bad move. They say these gases are much worse for the air than carbon and worry this delay will cause harm.

This argument is backed by science, but it does not address the high cost of food right now.

WHAT HAPPENS NOW

Grocery stores will not have to buy expensive new cooling systems yet. This should keep their costs down.

If the stores are fair, they will pass those savings to you. You might see lower prices on milk, meat, and frozen meals soon.

WHAT WE STILL DON'T KNOW

1. Will stores actually lower their prices or just keep the profit?
2. How much more gas will leak into the air because of this?
3. Will the next president just change the rules back again?

SOURCE NOTE

Based on reporting from the New York Post. All charges are allegations - Donald Trump is presumed innocent until proven guilty.