Layoffs at NOAA due to Trump Administration's cost-cutting agenda
President Trump's cost-cutting agenda leads to layoffs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), prompting criticism from Democratic lawmakers. Over 880 workers were fired, impacting the agency's ability to forecast extreme weather events.
Key Points
- Over 880 workers at NOAA were fired
- Criticism from Democratic lawmakers
- Impact on forecast capabilities for hurricanes, wildfires, and floods
Cons
- Jeopardizes ability to forecast extreme weather events