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"Why Trump’s Push For ‘Gold-Standard Science’ Has Researchers Alarmed" [1]

"Many scientists fear the Trump administration’s new standard means putting political appointees in charge, which could undercut independent research." 

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Source: Washington Post [14], 06/04/2025

"White House Proposes Shutting Down Chemical Safety Agency" [15]

"An independent agency that investigates chemical disasters — including fatal fires and explosions at chemical plants and oil refineries nationwide — would shutter by October 2026 under little-noticed language in White House budget documents released Friday."

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Source: Washington Post [19], 06/04/2025

From Fear to Fascination — A New Insect Narrative [20]

Media coverage of “bugs” is often sensationalistic and centered on fear and disgust. But conservation photographer and writer Danae Wolfe says journalists should be highlighting the importance, beauty and plight of insects and spiders. Reporting that offers alternative perspectives on these essential creatures can inspire curiosity and admiration, and encourage efforts to protect them. Wolfe on why to write about insects.

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UK: Toxic Pesticide Found In Tampons 40x Higher Than Legal Limit For Water [29]

"Glyphosate, a pesticide linked to cancer, found at very high levels in menstrual products in the UK, according to report" 

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Source: Guardian [34], 06/02/2025

"Is The Oil And Gas Boom Harming New Mexico’s Students?" [35]

"Fossil fuel revenues bankroll education spending in this state, but schools exposed to industry pollution face environmental risks that can affect children’s health and performance." 

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Source: Searchlight NM/AP [39], 06/02/2025

Analysis: Trump Administration Attacks Science, As Environment Suffers [40]

It’s not just scientists who are being lost to the new administration’s extensive firings of federal workers. A Backgrounder Analysis argues it’s the science itself. It’s happening at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, but also across agencies that conduct research to protect health and the environment, whether around toxic chemicals or on the battleground of climate change science. A frank look at the reality and what’s being lost for journalists and the communities they serve.

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"Louisiana Republicans Help Kill Anti-Fluoride Bill" [44]

"Republicans in the Louisiana House stifled a proposal Wednesday that would have banned the addition of fluoride in public water systems — rejecting a burgeoning movement backed by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr."

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Source: The Hill [47], 05/30/2025

RFK Jr. Threatens To Bar Govt Scientists From Publishing In Medical Journals [48]

"HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. threatened to stop government scientists from publishing their work in major medical journals on a podcast Tuesday as part of his escalating war on institutions he says are influenced by pharmaceutical companies."

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Source: Politico [49], 05/28/2025

"Trump Orders Major Revamp Of Agencies’ Handling Of Scientific Research" [50]

"President Donald Trump on Friday ordered a sweeping overhaul of federal agencies’ handling of scientific research, coupled with a requirement to revisit all Biden-era regulations to ensure that they mesh with the new policy."

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Source: E&E News [51], 05/28/2025

Pesticide Firms Ask Lawmakers For Immunity From Lawsuits By Sick Farmers [52]

"Ray Bickel spent over a decade driving a truck through giant corn and soybean fields in Clinton County, Iowa, applying pesticides. He says it was good work, while it lasted."  “He was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, which is blood and bone marrow cancer."

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Source: KWQC [54], 05/28/2025

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