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Democrats Warn of NOAA Layoffs Threatening Public Safety

3/27/2025

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Top Democrats are sounding the alarm over major layoffs at NOAA's Office of Space Commerce, a crucial player in satellite traffic management and support for commercial space ventures. These cuts jeopardize public safety and the U.S.'s standing in space. Meanwhile, President Trump’s administration is slashing NOAA's workforce, heightening fears about the reliability of weather forecasts during critical extreme weather situations.

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Top Democrats are sounding the alarm over major layoffs at NOAA's Office of Space Commerce, a crucial player in satellite traffic management and support for commercial space ventures. These cuts jeopardize public safety and the U.S.'s standing in space. Meanwhile, President Trump’s administration is slashing NOAA's workforce, heightening fears about the reliability of weather forecasts during critical extreme weather situations.