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Trump Cancels $2.7B in Climate Grants, Communities Devastated

7/10/2025

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Trump Cancels Grants

The Trump administration's decision to cancel over $2.7 billion in climate and environmental justice grants has left vulnerable communities reeling. Critical projects, like a $20 million erosion control initiative in Alaska, are now stalled, jeopardizing vital climate research and increasing the threat of pollution and extreme weather, leading to legal action from those affected.

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Briggs Critiques Budget Cuts

In Ann Arbor, Michigan, city officials are forced to rethink their budget after losing a crucial $1 million EPA grant due to federal cuts. City Council Member Erica Briggs voiced her frustration with the Trump administration, emphasizing the setback for transforming community centers into vital climate resilience hubs. This setback underscores the persistent struggles faced by local climate initiatives.

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Trump Cancels Grants

The Trump administration's decision to cancel over $2.7 billion in climate and environmental justice grants has left vulnerable communities reeling. Critical projects, like a $20 million erosion control initiative in Alaska, are now stalled, jeopardizing vital climate research and increasing the threat of pollution and extreme weather, leading to legal action from those affected.

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