Washington state sues Trump administration for withholding funding to combat climate change Sami West August 11, 2025 / 12:17 pm

Washington state has filed another lawsuit against the Trump administration — this time for rescinding over $9 million in congressionally approved funds meant to help fight climate change.

The lawsuit comes after the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in May terminated two funding opportunities aimed at preparing for the effects of climate change, saying the programs were inconsistent with President Donald Trump's new priorities.

In a news release Monday, the state Attorney General's office called the move abrupt and unlawful.

The agency also said NOAA launched the programs in 2022 and 2023, after Congress had directed the agency to help s

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