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EPA Cuts 29 Jobs, Threatening Climate Justice Efforts

8/30/2025

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The U.S. EPA has terminated 29 staff members from the Office of Environmental Justice, continuing previous rollbacks of environmental initiatives.
Earlier layoffs and funding cuts have affected climate justice programs.
Critics argue these actions threaten public health in vulnerable communities.
A recent court ruling confirmed the legality of the EPA's grant terminations.

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Story summary

The U.S. EPA has terminated 29 staff members from the Office of Environmental Justice, continuing previous rollbacks of environmental initiatives.
Earlier layoffs and funding cuts have affected climate justice programs.
Critics argue these actions threaten public health in vulnerable communities.
A recent court ruling confirmed the legality of the EPA's grant terminations.