‘The purpose of the rule is fascism’: scientists fight back against planned Trump research cuts
Summary
The Trump administration proposed a new rule that would give political appointees control over federal research funding instead of scientific experts. This has raised concerns among scientists, who say the rule could harm important research projects, including international collaborations, and make grant funding serve political goals.Key Facts
- The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposed the rule on May 29, led by director Russ Vought.
- The rule would require all federally funded research grants to align with the president’s policy priorities.
- The rule could ban research involving international cooperation and anything seen as promoting "anti-American values."
- Colette Delawalla, founder of Stand Up for Science, is leading efforts to oppose the rule, including meeting with over 30 members of Congress.
- Stand Up for Science encourages the public to comment on the rule before the July 13 deadline and is exploring legal challenges.
- As of a recent count, nearly 31,000 comments were made on the government’s page about the rule.
- Only a few lawmakers, like Senator Chris Van Hollen, were familiar with the rule's details.
- Scientists worry the rule would disrupt the US science system and turn grant money into a political tool.
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