This is a challenging viewpoint. It could theoretically be correct, but what if it wasn't? What if there truly is an imminent threat to the stability of our civilization, and we are still debating its existence when we should be acting?

This is where examining the evidence and arguments is important. If this whole thing were a conspiracy propping up unnecessary research, then the arguments would be weak and the evidence would be inconclusive. Unfortunately for humanity, this is not the case.