Virginia Burkett, a senior government scientist, faced retaliation from the Trump administration for defending climate research, losing her position but later being reinstated by Biden.
Dr. Burkett described how the Trump administration's actions created a hostile environment for scientists, leading to demotions and disrupted research, which ultimately forced many experts to leave.
Hundreds of federal scientists experienced intimidation and pressure under Trump’s administration, echoing concerns of political interference that could hinder future scientific integrity.
As Trump seeks a return to the White House, Burkett and others advocate for new policies to protect scientists from political meddling in their work.
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