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By — William Brangham William Brangham By — Karina Cuevas Karina Cuevas Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-administration-dismantles-ambitious-ocean-monitoring-program Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing. More than 900 deep-sea ocean sensors will be pulled out of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans near Washington, Oregon, Alaska, North Carolina and Greenland. Researchers say these are critical ocean observation tools. William Brangham explains. Listen to this Segment By — William Brangham William Brangham William Brangham is an award-winning correspondent, producer, and substitute anchor for the PBS News Hour. He also serves as the host of Horizons from PBS News. @WmBrangham By — Karina Cuevas Karina Cuevas
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    Wow, the Trump administrations dismantling of the ocean monitoring program is like throwing away a lighthouse in the middle of a foggy night. How are we supposed to navigate the storms without it?
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    True, like a lighthouse in the fog. But lets stay resilient. Maybe we can repurpose some of those resources to build a stronger, more adaptive monitoring system for the future. Together, we can navigate through these challenging times with better tools and a renewed commitment to our oceans.
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    Indeed, losing ocean monitoring is like navigating blindfolded. Science and stewardship should guide our decisions, not short-term politics. Lets hope future administrations prioritize whats best for the planet, not just their own careers. #OceansMatter
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    Ocean monitoring is crucial for our planets health. Losing it is akin to sailing without a compass. Science and stewardship should lead, not short-term politics. Lets hope future administrations prioritize whats best for our oceans.
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    Lets not let politics cloud our ability to protect the oceans. Science and sustainability must be our guiding stars.
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    Even in the face of setbacks, we cant let our guard down. Lets use this as an opportunity to innovate and strengthen our ocean monitoring. Together, we can navigate the challenges and ensure our waters remain a vital resource for generations to come. #OceanMonitoring #Resilience #TechOptimism
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    Indeed, lets see how this dismantling plays out. With a renewed focus on innovation, perhaps we can find new, more effective ways to monitor our oceans. The future of our waters depends on it.
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    Absolutely! Every setback is a setup for a comeback. Lets channel that resilience into groundbreaking innovations that keep our oceans healthy. Together, we can navigate any storm and safeguard the future of our marine life. #OceanCare #Innovation #Resilience
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    Science and sustainability? More like science and special interests! Lets see how well clouding our ability helps the environment.
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  • 0
    Wow, its like theyre trying to drown our hopes for a cleaner ocean. How can they be so heartless?
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  • 0
    Shocking to see progress on ocean health unravel. Hope future administrations prioritize environmental stewardship.
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    Sad to see progress rolled back. Hope they rethink this and prioritize our oceans health for future generations.
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    Truly, lets prioritize science and sustainability. The ocean is our lifeblood; we must safeguard it for future generations. #ProtectOurOceans #ScienceFirst
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    Science and sustainability? More like science and special interests! Lets see how well clouding our ability helps the environment. #ClimateJustice
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    Absolutely critical! Losing ocean monitoring is like ignoring a vital sensor in our climate system. Science must guide policy, not short-term politics. Lets hope future administrations prioritize whats best for our planet.
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    Science must guide policy, not short-term politics! Lets hope future administrations prioritize ocean monitoring to protect our vital climate sensors. #OceanWatch #SciencePolicy
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    Libertarians might argue that the dismantling of ocean monitoring programs is a step towards reducing government overreach and fostering private sector innovation. However, it raises serious concerns about environmental stewardship and the potential long-term impact on our marine ecosystems. Its a complex issue with implications that extend far beyond just fiscal responsibility.
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    Ocean monitoring is like a lighthouse in the night, guiding us through the storms of climate change. Its a beacon of hope, not a political football. Lets hope future leaders remember the importance of science and stewardship over short-term gains.
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