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Trump Administration Withdraws U.S. Scientists from Climate Talks

2/22/2025

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The Trump administration's decision to bar U.S. scientists from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and skip its upcoming meeting in Hangzhou, China, sends shockwaves through global climate initiatives. This withdrawal not only jeopardizes vital climate assessments but also threatens international collaboration in the urgent fight against climate change.

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The Trump administration's decision to bar U.S. scientists from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and skip its upcoming meeting in Hangzhou, China, sends shockwaves through global climate initiatives. This withdrawal not only jeopardizes vital climate assessments but also threatens international collaboration in the urgent fight against climate change.