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U.S. Forest Service Cancels $75M Grant, Halting Tree Projects

3/5/2025

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The U.S. Forest Service has pulled a $75 million grant to the Arbor Day Foundation, abruptly ending vital tree-planting projects in struggling communities. This move echoes President Trump's orders targeting diversity and equity initiatives, jeopardizing crucial environmental restoration in places like New Orleans, still healing from the scars of Hurricane Katrina.

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The U.S. Forest Service has pulled a $75 million grant to the Arbor Day Foundation, abruptly ending vital tree-planting projects in struggling communities. This move echoes President Trump's orders targeting diversity and equity initiatives, jeopardizing crucial environmental restoration in places like New Orleans, still healing from the scars of Hurricane Katrina.