With funding cuts to Antarctica, will the US be forced off the icy continent?

As Donald Trump cuts funding to Antarctica, will the US be forced off the icy continent?

Since 1958, the US has led on Antarctic diplomacy and science. Trump’s funding cuts will diminish US capacity in Antarctica as China expands its presence.

With funding cuts to Antarctica, will the US be forced off the icy continent?

President Donald Trump has begun eroding the United States presence in Antarctica by announcing deep funding cuts to his nation's science and logistics on the icy continent.

Trump’s ‘fear factor’: Scientists go silent as funding cuts escalate

Many worry about retribution. But for others, speaking out is worth the risk