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89% Demand Climate Action Amid Decline in Journalism

12/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

A majority of Americans (89%) want more action on climate change.
President Donald Trump's administration spread misleading claims and restricted access to scientific data, contributing to a decline in climate journalism.
Declines in local newspapers and corporate media cuts have weakened climate journalism.
Nevertheless, dedicated climate desks at major outlets and niche publications have emerged.
National Public Radio (NPR) remains committed to covering climate change despite funding cuts.

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Story summary

A majority of Americans (89%) want more action on climate change.
President Donald Trump's administration spread misleading claims and restricted access to scientific data, contributing to a decline in climate journalism.
Declines in local newspapers and corporate media cuts have weakened climate journalism.
Nevertheless, dedicated climate desks at major outlets and niche publications have emerged.
National Public Radio (NPR) remains committed to covering climate change despite funding cuts.