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Trump Halts Key Nature Assessment Amid Climate Crisis

2/14/2025

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The National Nature Assessment, a crucial evaluation of U.S. natural resources launched by the Biden administration, faced an unexpected halt by President Trump just weeks from completion. This move aligns with Trump's sweeping environmental rollbacks. Researchers are now racing against time to find alternative avenues to share the report, underscoring its vital role in addressing climate and ecological crises.

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The National Nature Assessment, a crucial evaluation of U.S. natural resources launched by the Biden administration, faced an unexpected halt by President Trump just weeks from completion. This move aligns with Trump's sweeping environmental rollbacks. Researchers are now racing against time to find alternative avenues to share the report, underscoring its vital role in addressing climate and ecological crises.