The debate over climate change attribution has significant implications for public understanding and policy-making. Over-attributing weather events to climate change could erode trust in science, while under-attribution risks downplaying the urgency of climate action. Vulnerable communities, particularly those in areas prone to flooding, landslides, or extreme heat, may face heightened risks if climate impacts are not accurately communicated. The rollback of federal climate programs and research under the Trump administration further complicates efforts to address these challenges.