Political Control Threatens U.S.Science Funding.
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President Trump made a new rule. It gives power to political people over money for grants. Scientists think this will hurt important research in the United States.
The rule says all agencies must choose new officials. These officials will check if grants match what the agency wants.
Agencies can now stop giving money for grants anytime. This includes stopping grants that have already started.
The government says this will help watch over grants better. Scientists say it will hurt science because of politics.
Some groups say this will slow down important medical research. The new rule could affect many programs and may be fought in court.
Questions
What new rule did President Trump make?
The rule gives power to political people over money for grants.
What do scientists think about the new rule?
Scientists think this will hurt important research in the United States.
Can agencies stop grants that have already started?
Yes, agencies can now stop giving money for grants anytime, including those that have already started.
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