Federal Language Purge Comes for ‘Resilience’ and ‘Sustainability’

In his return to the White House, President Trump has moved swiftly to redefine the government’s language—banning terms like “climate change” and “diversity” while ordering agencies to erase references to clean energy. Scientists and officials who rely on federal funding are adapting, some taking their work underground. The move reflects a broader effort to reshape public perception by controlling the words we use. But while language can be erased, the challenges of a warming planet and shifting energy needs remain. Get the full story from Kate Yoder writing for Grist.