The Trump administration is taking significant steps to eliminate various environmental justice programs across federal agencies, particularly within the EPA and the Department of Justice. Over 160 employees focused on environmental justice have been placed on paid leave, while more than 1,000 EPA workers have received warnings of potential immediate termination. This aggressive approach includes the shuttering of key offices responsible for environmental justice and civil rights, with reports of further layoffs looming for many employees. Critics argue that these actions undermine the government’s ability to protect vulnerable communities from pollution and advocate for environmental equity. Additionally, recent directives are expected to impact ongoing efforts aimed at prosecuting major polluters, raising alarm among environmental advocates.