Cancel culture for cancer research: Proposed rule politicizes federal grantmaking
Summary
A new federal rule proposal would change how government grants are given. Instead of relying on experts to pick grants based on quality, political leaders in President Trump’s administration could reject or stop grants for any reason, including no reason.Key Facts
- The rule would change the federal grant process from expert-based to political control.
- Political appointees could deny or end grants at any time.
- Grants could be canceled without explaining why.
- The change applies to federal grants, which fund various programs.
- The proposal comes from the administration of President Donald Trump.
- The current system focuses on merit and expert review.
- Critics worry this could politicize funding decisions.
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