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Trump’s Forest Service cuts haven’t sparked disaster — yet
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So far, President Donald Trump’s steep cuts to the U.S. Forest Service haven’t fueled the wildfire disaster Democrats and state officials feared. But experts warn the risks remain, with future cuts threatening prevention and response efforts. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down why Trump's cuts haven't fueled wildfire catastrophe and how America isn’t out of the woods yet. Plus, the Trump administration announced a policy on Friday that will make it even harder for wind and solar projects to take advantage of federal tax credits.
Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.
Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO.
Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.
Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.
Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.
Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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