EPA's 'Comeback' Initiative Criticized
Federal environmental scientists have been "left largely defenseless" with their jobs abruptly terminated and research ignored, according to the Office of Inspector General and nonpartisan groups.
Their agency has been captured by the industry it's supposed to regulate, claims the Office of Inspector General, Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER), and the Environmental Protection Network (EPN).
Their jobs abruptly terminated. Their research and policy advice ignored, manipulated or suppressed.
In February, EPA Administrator announced the "Powering the Great American Comeback" Initiative, aiming to protect human health and the environment while boosting the American economy.
Critics argue this initiative is a sham, fueled by Trump's authoritarian power grab, leaving federal environmental scientists defenseless.
- Office of Inspector General criticizes EPA's treatment of scientists
- Nonpartisan groups PEER and EPN concur with the criticism
Author's summary: EPA's comeback initiative faces criticism.