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The Phenomenon of Climate Migration in the US

Firefighters in full gear hike up a scorched hillside near a winding road during wildfire containment efforts in a mountainous area.

  • May 30, 2025

  • Modified May 30, 2025

  • Michael Shank

  • Adjunct Assistant Professor, NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs

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By keeping FEMA and other federal support alive, we can fund preemptive relocation, secure safe zones, and build community resilience for Americans all across this country.”

<p>Center for Global Affairs’ Adjunct Assistant Professor Michael Shank co-authored an opinion piece for Newsweek alongside House Energy and Commerce Committee and co-chair of the Smart Cities Caucus, Representative Yvette D. Clarke, addressing how climate change is forcing Americans to move from areas impacted by extreme weather.</p> <p><b><a title="Read full article" href="https://www.newsweek.com/climate-change-forcing-americans-move-they-need-help-opinion-2033310" target="_blank">READ FULL ARTICLE</a></b></p>

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