The Trump administration has announced plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, a leading institution in global climate and weather research since its founding in 1960. This decision has drawn criticism from various officials and scientists who view it as a severe blow to atmospheric science, claiming the move may be retaliatory against the state’s leadership. With the potential closure of this prominent facility, concerns are growing about the implications for crucial research and its long-standing contributions to scientific advancements related to climate forecasting.