De Blasio: New York Will Abide by Paris Climate Agreement

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said his city would abide by the Paris climate accord even if President Donald Trump withdraws the U.S. from the international agreement on addressing climate change.

De Blasio, a Democrat, slammed the president's decision on Wednesday in a series of tweets.

The president withdrawing from the Paris Agreement would be horribly destructive for the planet, the country, and this city.

— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) May 31, 2017

President Trump should know that climate change is a dagger aimed straight at the heart of New York City.

— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) May 31, 2017

The Paris Accord was the biggest step forward we've taken in many years. It's unconscionable for the president to step away from it.

— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) May 31, 2017

But we'll take matters into our own hands. I plan to sign an executive order maintaining New York City's commitment to the Paris Agreement. https://t.co/8oByikDt7C

— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) May 31, 2017

The president announced Wednesday that he would announce his decision on the accord "within a few days."

I will be announcing my decision on the Paris Accord over the next few days. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 31, 2017

Mayor de Blasio has been a frequent critic of Trump. Last week, Politico reported that he rejected Trump's proposed federal budget, saying the funding cuts in the budget will be harmful.

"Children will die," de Blasio said.