Trump taps climate skeptic to run US government’s flagship climate report

Matthew Wielicki, known for his vocal skepticism of mainstream climate science and frequent criticism of "climate alarmism," has been appointed by the Trump administration to head the federal government’s Global Change Research Program. Wielicki, who lacks formal training in climate science and describes himself as a "professor-in-exile," will oversee the nation’s flagship report on climate impacts. This move has raised eyebrows, as his views contrast sharply with the scientific consensus on climate change, potentially influencing the report's tone and findings. It underscores the ongoing political battle over climate science and policy in the U.S.