- The NSF plans to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative — a 900+ sensor, $386 million network that’s tracked oceans and climate for a decade — drawing surprise from scientists.
- Bipartisan senators and House Democrats have demanded a halt and review, accusing the agency of acting without proper notification and even proposing legislation to block the move.
- Critics say dismantling now — as El Niño approaches — threatens coastal safety, fisheries and climate monitoring, and scientists have already begun removing buoys.
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