Scientists Warn Congress: Trump's Return Could Hurt Science

More than 50, 000 scientists and advocates have sent a petition to Congress, urging lawmakers to protect science and scientists under the incoming Trump administration. The petition, organized by the Union of Concerned Scientists, worries that Trump's policies could roll back decades of progress in public health, economic stability, and climate protection. Trump has previously called climate change a "hoax" and promised to gut environmental regulations.The petition asks Congress to oppose any nominees who don't support scientific integrity and to defend key environmental laws like the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts. An open letter to senators also stresses the importance of nominees who respect science and are free of conflicts of interest. Scientists fear that interference with scientific research could lead to misrepresentation of facts and dangerous decisions.