National Academy of Sciences pulls climate chapter from judges’ manual

The National Academy of Sciences withdrew a guide that was meant to help federal judges decide climate-related cases, saying it was biased. The withdrawal followed reporting by a news outlet that questioned the guide. People disagree about whether the guide was appropriately balanced in how it presented climate science information to judges.

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Scientific AmericanLean Left· Aug 11, 2026

National Academy of Sciences pulls climate chapter from judges’ manual

Seattle TimesLean Left· Aug 10, 2026

Top science body deletes climate chapter from judges’ manual

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Conservative Daily NewsRight· Aug 11, 2026

National Academy Of Sciences Pulls Key Climate Science Chapter From Website Amid Massive Backlash

BizPac ReviewRight· Aug 10, 2026

National Academy of Sciences pulls key climate science chapter from website amid massive backlash

Independent Journal ReviewRight· Aug 10, 2026

National Academy Of Sciences Pulls Key Climate Science Chapter From Website Amid Massive Backlash

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Conservative ReviewRight· Aug 10, 2026

National Academy Of Sciences Pulls ‘Biased’ Climate Guide Used To Advise Judges

The FederalistRight· Aug 10, 2026

National Academy Of Sciences Pulls ‘Biased’ Climate Guide Used To Advise Judges

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