Scientists warn Trump cuts could leave America blind to the next extreme weather disaster (opens original article in a new tab)

Bipartisan lawmakers and Democratic committees oppose the NSF's plan to dismantle an ocean monitoring network, citing threats to coastal safety and climate research, with accusations of illegal decision-making and financial waste.

• Bipartisan senators and Democratic House committees challenge NSF to reverse dismantling of ocean monitoring network
• NSF plans to remove most instruments by 2027, citing 'descoping' to align with new priorities
• Scientists warn cuts threaten coastal safety and climate monitoring, citing illegal decision-making and lack of consultation
• House letter calls NSF action 'expensive, destructive, and illegal' and criticizes financial waste