The threat to these Alaska Native communities is not theoretical.

It is no secret that this administration is not a big fan of science, especially when it comes to science that has overwhelmingly determined that climate change is caused by humans.

Putting citizens in harm's way isn't the president's right.

This is a betrayal of the public trust.

Simply put, we cannot make good policy in the public interest unless we fairly consider the weight of scientific information fully.

I will continue to be an outspoken advocate for action, and my voice will be part of the American chorus calling for your resignation.

Removing a civil servant from his area of expertise and putting him in a job where he's not needed and his experience is not relevant is a colossal waste of taxpayer dollars.

we have to do better.

You have disrespected the career staff of the Department by questioning their loyalty and you have played fast and loose with government regulations.

Alaska's elected officials know climate change presents a real risk to these communities.

But allowing scientists to be free from censorship, manipulation of their results or intimidation would go a long way toward improving the decision process.

It's no secret that the Trump administration is not a fan of science.