Wednesday, August 13, 2025

The U.S. government wants to destroy all Satellites that predict and study Global Climate change and Global Pollution. Why would they do this?

It's mostly about greed of the petrochemical Companies who have always been supported by Republicans so this is sort of TRADITIONAL at this point.

So, the general idea is that citizens cannot demonstrate against what they don't know about that is killing them. This is the general idea. 

 begin quote from Google AI:

 

Several recent news reports indicate that the Trump administration has requested NASA to develop plans for terminating at least two satellite missions that monitor carbon dioxide and plant health: the Orbiting Carbon Observatories, known as OCO-2 and OCO-3
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Key points
  • Targeted Missions: The missions in question are the Orbiting Carbon Observatories, OCO-2 (a free-flying satellite) and OCO-3 (an instrument on the International Space Station).
  • Data Collection: These satellites measure atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and track plant health, providing crucial data for climate research, agricultural planning, and other sectors.
  • Proposed Shutdown: The Trump administration's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 reportedly excludes funding for these missions, according to AP News.
  • Scientific Concerns: Scientists and former NASA employees warn that ending these missions would severely impair climate monitoring, squander past investments, and undermine national security by hindering the ability to forecast and respond to climate-related disasters.
  • Potential Legality Concerns: Some lawmakers have raised concerns that cutting already-appropriated funds could be illegal.
  • Call for Partnerships: NASA has reportedly explored the possibility of private companies or universities taking over the operational costs of these missions. 

It's important to note that these are current proposals and the final decisions regarding the fate of these satellites are subject to the ongoing budget process and potential congressional intervention. 
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