Federal judge blocks breakup of NCAR in Boulder while blasting Trump for enacting political revenge on Colorado

A federal judge halted the controversial plan to transfer the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) from its Boulder, Colorado home, criticizing the Trump administration for what he saw as politically motivated actions targeting Colorado. The injunction prevents the transfer of the prestigious supercomputing center to the University of Wyoming. This decision is a significant victory for Colorado and the scientific community, ensuring the continuation of vital weather and atmospheric research. The ruling highlights the ongoing tensions between federal actions and state interests, underscoring the importance of maintaining key research institutions in their established locations.