Federal grants

Hal Duncan, Trump's nominee for deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget, proposed new grant rules to prevent federal funds from supporting 'divisive ideologies.' The plan would give political appointees authority to approve or block grants to various groups, with the administration aiming to finalize the changes by summer. Democrats criticized the proposal, warning it could be used to favor groups aligned with Trump while punishing others.

President Trump is seeking increased control over federal science funding through the White House Office of Management and Budget. Critics argue this move could compromise the integrity of U.S. science.

The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions in federal grants. Critics argue the change could jeopardize the integrity of U.S. science.

The White House proposes blocking federal grants if they do not align with President Trump’s agenda or support what the administration labels as 'anti-American' values. The plan aims to tie grant approvals to adherence to specific political priorities.

The Trump administration has proposed overhauling federal grant regulations to increase political control over federally funded research. The changes would reduce the role of peer review, restrict scientists' use of funds for publishing and travel, and grant political appointees more power to terminate grants. The proposal aligns with prior executive orders and would apply government-wide if formalized.

Scientists report that the Trump administration is finding new ways to prevent federal research grants from reaching researchers, even though the grants themselves have been largely restored. The obstruction is already having measurable consequences for the scientific community.