As President Trump swiftly issues executive orders aimed at shrinking the federal workforce, uncertainty looms over the future of crucial agencies like NOAA and the National Weather Service. These agencies are responsible for essential functions such as weather forecasting and climate research. Staffers at NOAA are left wondering about their fate as the Trump administration follows a conservative blueprint for downsizing government, hinting at possible cuts to crucial services founded to prevent meteorological tragedies in U.S. history.
The Trump administration’s actions appear to align with Project 2025, a conservative plan for rapidly reducing the federal workforce and reshaping agencies.
Concerns for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration remain high, particularly regarding the future of vital services like the National Weather Service.
Historical context reveals that the U.S. national meteorological service was established following a crisis that underscored the need for better storm warnings.
Participants at NOAA are questioning the future of weather prediction and climate research amid extensive cuts to the federal agency.
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