In a significant shift, several major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Citigroup, have withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a global coalition aimed at promoting sustainable finance and achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This wave of departures has been attributed to increasing political pressure from conservative factions, particularly in light of an approaching political shift. The exits signal a troubling trend in which Wall Street banks are retreating from climate commitments amidst a broader backlash against ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing. As financial institutions reassess their positions, the implications for sustainable finance could be profound, raising concerns among environmental advocates about the future of climate pledges.