‘The purpose of the rule is fascism’: scientists fight back against planned Trump research cuts (opens original article in a new tab)

Scientists are opposing a proposed Trump administration rule that would place federal research grants under political control, risking the halt of critical research and international collaboration.

• Scientists and organizations are opposing a proposed Trump administration rule that would give political appointees control over federal research grants.
• The rule could prohibit international collaboration and research on topics deemed to promote 'anti-American values', potentially halting thousands of clinical trials and federal grants.
• Stand Up for Science is mobilizing public comments and legal strategies to challenge the rule, citing risks to scientific freedom and public health.