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by: Time

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  • Fri, March 21, 2025 •

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by: Digit

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by: CNET

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Area scientists brace for effects of Trump's plans to eliminate EPA's research division

The EPA's Office of Research and Development has a large presence in Greater Cincinnati. Their research provides the basis for decisions that keep human health and ecosystems safe from environmental pollutants.

The article from WVXU discusses a proposal by former President Donald Trump to eliminate the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) if he were to be re-elected. This division is crucial for providing scientific research and data that inform environmental regulations and public health policies. Critics argue that dismantling this office would severely undermine the EPA's ability to make evidence-based decisions, potentially leading to weakened environmental protections and public health safeguards. The move is seen as part of a broader trend of deregulation and skepticism towards climate science within Trump's administration. Environmental groups and scientists have expressed strong opposition, highlighting the importance of the OSTP in maintaining rigorous scientific standards and addressing critical issues like climate change, air and water quality, and chemical safety.

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