Kate Marvel, Prominent Climate Scientist, Resigns From NASA

Kate Marvel, a prominent climate scientist and author, has resigned from NASA, joining roughly 95,000 federal science agency employees who have departed since Trump's return to the White House in January 2025. Marvel's departure reflects broader workforce attrition across federal research institutions during the current administration. The exodus of experienced scientists raises concerns about the government's capacity to conduct climate research and maintain long-term scientific projects. Federal science agencies have faced staffing challenges as the Trump administration implements policies affecting hiring, funding priorities, and workplace conditions. The loss of senior researchers like Marvel could impact ongoing climate studies and the nation's scientific infrastructure.