The Trump administration is proposing a rule change that would allow political appointees to review federal research grants, potentially undermining the peer-review system. Critics warn this could politicize science, ban research on DEI and gender, and hinder international collaborations.
Harvard professor Sean Eddy and cancer researcher Rachael Sirianni are among thousands of scientists whose research has been severely impacted by funding cuts under the Trump administration in 2025. Despite a restoration of funds in 2026, many researchers report that money is not reaching them, hindering critical scientific advancements.
The US government acquired a 10% stake in Intel for $0, now valued at $11 billion, as announced by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. President Trump revealed the deal involved converting federal grants into equity, with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan agreeing to the terms.
