Trump and science: An erosion of our institutions, in public and behind the scenes
Can He Do That?
Through his administration’s efforts to weaken agencies, control the flow of information coming out of government and shutter scientific programs, we explore how President Trump has increased divisions in our willingness to accept science-based guidance.
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