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EPA Puts 139 on Leave, Cuts $2.7B in Grants

7/8/2025

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EPA Accountability Actions

The EPA has put 139 employees on administrative leave for opposing Trump-era policies, raising eyebrows about accountability. In a shocking move, the agency has scrapped over $2.7 billion in grants, including a crucial $20 million for Kipnuk, Alaska, threatening vital environmental justice initiatives and the community's fight against climate change.

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EPA's Animal Adoption

Amid drastic staffing cuts under the Trump administration, the EPA is launching a program for staff to adopt lab animals. This move coincides with the downsizing of the Office of Research and Development, raising alarms about the future of environmental research. Critics fear this shift may lead to greater dependence on industry-funded studies, jeopardizing public health and safety.

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EPA Accountability Actions

The EPA has put 139 employees on administrative leave for opposing Trump-era policies, raising eyebrows about accountability. In a shocking move, the agency has scrapped over $2.7 billion in grants, including a crucial $20 million for Kipnuk, Alaska, threatening vital environmental justice initiatives and the community's fight against climate change.

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