How stopping grants affects health research for LGBTQ+ people.

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The Trump administration canceled many research grants. These grants were given to scientists who study the health of LGBTQ people.

The government said the research was not scientific. They also said the research did not help many Americans.

Researchers are upset about the canceled grants. They say the research is important and helps everyone.

One study looked at the health of older LGBTQ people. Another study looked at cancer in gay and bisexual men.

Researchers say these cancellations will slow down scientific discovery. They also say it will hurt the careers of young scientists.

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What did the Trump administration cancel?

The Trump administration canceled many research grants.

Why did the government cancel the research grants?

The government said the research was not scientific and did not help many Americans.

What do researchers say about the canceled grants?

Researchers say the research is important and helps everyone.

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