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The Trump Administration Is Turning Science Against Itself


Published on 2025-04-11 20:42:09 - Wired
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  • The damage the Trump administration has done to science in a few short months is both well documented and incalculable, but in recent days that assault has taken an alarming twist. Their latest project is not firing researchers or pulling funds
  • although there's still plenty of that going on. It's the inversion of science itself.

The Trump administration's approach to science and environmental policies has been marked by significant changes and controversies, as detailed in a WIRED article. Key actions include the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, the reversal of numerous environmental regulations, and the appointment of officials with ties to industries they are meant to regulate. The administration has also faced criticism for its handling of scientific data and research, including efforts to suppress or alter findings that contradict its policies. This has led to concerns among scientists and environmentalists about the integrity of scientific processes and the long-term impact on the environment and public health.

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