The Quiet Deterioration of America's Environmental Intelligence The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a behemoth that underpins the US economy.
For decades, its network of satellites, balloons, buoys, radar stations, and scientists has provided critical data for weather prediction, climate research, and emergency management.
However, cuts initiated by Elon Musk's DOGE program in 2025 have set off a chain reaction of failures threatening infrastructure and economic stability.