Following the Trump administration’s decision to dismiss scientists involved in the National Climate Assessment, two major scientific organizations—the American Meteorological Society and the American Geophysical Union—have announced they will step in to produce an independent, peer-reviewed report on climate change’s impact on the U.S. The federal climate assessment, mandated by a 1990 law and last released in 2023, provides critical long-term projections for policymakers and communities. The Trump administration’s move involves reevaluating the report and budget cuts affecting relevant agencies, prompting concerns in the scientific community about the administration’s commitment to accurate climate research. Scientists stress the importance of data-driven assessments to inform infrastructure and public health decisions amidst increasing extreme weather and environmental risks. Leaders like AGU President Brandon Jones and climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe emphasize that the new independent effort will help ensure continued public access to crucial climate science. Despite fears of a diluted official report, experts affirm that credible science will persist, warning that climate change affects all communities regardless of political affiliation.