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American Focus > Blog > Environment > What Do Trump’s Attacks on NOAA Have to Do with the Gulf Dead Zone?
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What Do Trump’s Attacks on NOAA Have to Do with the Gulf Dead Zone?

Last updated: July 31, 2025 2:05 pm
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Scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and a consortium of universities have recently measured a dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico, now renamed the Gulf of America by President Trump, spanning 4,402 square miles. This oxygen-depleted area, while shocking, is unfortunately not surprising given the annual measurements over the past 40 years and the lack of significant efforts to address the pollution flowing into the Gulf from midwestern farms.

The Gulf dead zone, a result of industrial agriculture’s excessive use of chemical fertilizers, is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. This overuse of fertilizers not only pollutes water bodies across the Corn Belt but also degrades soil quality, leading to a vicious cycle of overuse and pollution. The impact is felt not only by wildlife and the environment but also by communities that rely on these resources for their livelihoods.

The annual measurement and forecast of the Gulf dead zone are crucial in tracking the progress towards reducing hypoxia and the dead zone’s size and severity. Federal agencies like NOAA and USGS play a vital role in monitoring and predicting the dead zone’s extent, providing valuable data for policymakers and stakeholders to take necessary action.

However, the future of these monitoring efforts is uncertain due to the Trump administration’s attacks on federal science agencies. Budget cuts, staff layoffs, and office closures have severely impacted agencies like NOAA and USGS, jeopardizing their ability to continue essential research and monitoring activities. This puts the tracking of fertilizer pollution and its impact on water quality at risk, potentially hindering efforts to address the Gulf dead zone and hold polluters accountable.

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As Congress negotiates the FY26 budget, it is crucial to advocate for the protection of federal science agencies like NOAA from further budget cuts and resource reductions. The ongoing war on science under the Trump regime highlights the importance of maintaining funding for research and monitoring efforts that are essential for understanding and addressing environmental challenges like the Gulf dead zone.

In conclusion, the tracking of fertilizer pollution and its impact on water quality is a critical task that requires continued support for federal science agencies. By preserving funding and resources for monitoring efforts, we can ensure that future dead zones are measured, reported, and addressed effectively. The health of our waterways and ecosystems depends on our ability to track and mitigate pollution, making the work of federal agencies like NOAA indispensable in safeguarding our environment for future generations.

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