WaPo reports it's Republicans who have 'thrust gas stoves... into the culture wars'

Doug P. | 10:32 AM on January 12, 2023

This week, out of nowhere, reports that the Biden administration was eyeing banning gas stoves made the rounds accompanied by libs parroting talking points about how they’re bad for peoples’ health:

Biden administration weighs nationwide ban on gas stoves: report https://t.co/PgKUZRtjCY pic.twitter.com/mf5xL8iM6O

— New York Post (@nypost) January 10, 2023

From the New York Post earlier this week:

The Biden administration is considering a nationwide ban on gas stoves — citing the harmful pollutants released by the appliances, according to a report.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is mulling the action after recent studies showed emissions from the devices can cause health and respiratory problems, Bloomberg reported Monday.

“This is a hidden hazard,” CPSC Commissioner Richard Trumka Jr. told the outlet. “Any option is on the table. Products that can’t be made safe can be banned.”

As the backlash started, the chair of the Consumer Product Safety Commission said the agency has no plans to ban gas stoves.

Thanks for your interest!

To be clear, CPSC isn't coming for anyone's gas stoves. Regulations apply to new products.

For Americans who CHOOSE to switch from gas to electric, there is support available – Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act which includes a $840 rebate. https://t.co/fcmWMSSfE5

— Commissioner Rich Trumka Jr. (@TrumkaCPSC) January 9, 2023

Now the Washington Post has a report out that is basically another variation of “Republicans pounce,” except this time conservatives are thrusting:

GOP thrusts gas stoves, Biden's green agenda into the culture wars @maxinejoselow @vanessamontzz https://t.co/poIzS6qot9

— Olivier Knox (@OKnox) January 12, 2023