Wildfire prevention work declines under Trump administration

Wildfire prevention work declines under Trump administration

Author: NPR May 4, 2026 Duration: 5:13
With wildfires already burning and drought persisting across much of the U.S., fire experts are bracing for what could be an extreme fire season. The U.S. Forest Service is going into it having done far less work than in recent years to manage the dry, flammable vegetation that can fuel catastrophic fires. NPR's Lauren Sommer reports.

Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.

See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.

NPR Privacy Policy

Scott Detrow guides you through a consequential period in American politics with Trump's Terms. This NPR production isn't just a recap of headlines; it's a curated examination of a presidency that consistently tests the boundaries of executive power and political tradition. Each episode synthesizes on-the-ground reporting with thoughtful analysis, focusing on the tangible impacts of policies and the unprecedented actions that define this administration. The central, ongoing question explored is whether these maneuvers will ultimately deliver for the very coalition that secured the Oval Office. You'll hear a clear-eyed look at how norms are being reshaped in real time, providing essential context for understanding the evolving landscape of American governance. For those seeking depth beyond the daily news cycle, this podcast serves as a crucial guide. Support for NPR's journalism comes from listeners who choose to subscribe to Trump's Terms+, which offers an ad-free listening experience.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Trump's Terms
Podcast Episodes
FCC orders early license renewal for eight ABC stations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:01
The Federal Communications Commission has ordered The Walt Disney Company's ABC to seek early broadcast license renewals for the eight TV stations it owns. The move follows criticism from first lady Melania Trump who obj…
What could Florida's vaccine mandate struggles teach other states? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:00
Republicans in Florida pushed hard to drop some childhood vaccine requirements for school. But efforts petered out. What could this mean for other states considering similar moves? Kerry Sheridan reports. Support NPR and…
Nearly a year after her son's death, she learned ICE was responsible [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:46
On March 15, 2025, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen, was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a traffic encounter in Texas. NPR's Juliana Kim reports.Support NPR and hear every episode…
Why efforts to get college students to vote may get harder [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:41
To figure out how to boost student voting, colleges have relied on a study about campus voter registration and turnout rates. A Trump administration investigation has cut schools off from new data, as NPR's Hansi Lo Wang…