Overview

• Of 64 scientists surveyed by the Associated Press, a majority said the administration’s climate reports ignored, distorted or cherry‑picked evidence, and 53 criticized their overall quality.
• Critics flagged factual mistakes and misleading examples, including a DOE claim that Arctic sea ice fell about 5% since 1980, whereas published data show a decline exceeding 40%, and a wildfire chart that relied on unreliable pre‑1960 data.
• Researchers cited for support, such as Zeke Hausfather and Francois Bareille, said their work was misused or overgeneralized in the government materials.
• Report authors said they will correct any errors and described the document as a targeted look at underreported topics rather than a comprehensive climate assessment.
• The DOE report is open for public comment through Sept. 2, the EPA’s proposal is in hearings with comments due Sept. 22, and the National Academy of Sciences is conducting a fast‑track review.