'It's a huge loss': Trump administration dismisses scientists preparing climate report

This week, the Trump administration dismissed over 400 scientists contributing to the National Climate Assessment, a report crucial for understanding climate change's impacts. Mandated every four years, this report details the latest climate science and evaluates progress in mitigation efforts. Experts worry that the administration's actions could lead to a distorted assessment filled with disinformation that fails to adequately inform the public about climate risks. Katharine Hayhoe, a climate scientist, warned that without this report, the future will be dangerously uncertain due to unmitigated effects of climate change.

This week, the Trump administration dismissed over 400 scientists working on the National Climate Assessment, raising concerns about the future credibility of the report.

Katharine Hayhoe expressed fears that the new report could discredit climate science, stating it might become a collection of myths rather than providing vital information.

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