USA faces severe wildfire season with 25% of firefighting roles vacant, raising safety concerns.

The U.S. is experiencing one of its worst wildfire seasons in over a decade, worsened by cuts to firefighting and climate programs under the Trump administration. With a 15% workforce reduction at the US Forest Service and more than a quarter of firefighting positions unfilled, experts warn this undermines the country's ability to manage wildfires effectively. This comes as federal debt reaches post-war levels, highlighting concerns about balancing fiscal discipline with essential investments in public safety and climate resilience.