Researchers and ACLU Sue Over Trump’s Ideological Purge of NIH Grants
Researchers, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), have filed a lawsuit against the National Institutes of Health (NIH) over the cancellation of grants during the Trump administration. The lawsuit claims that the NIH engaged in an 'ideological purge' by revoking funding for research projects based on political motivations rather than scientific merit.
The controversy began when over 2,000 scientists publicly called on the Trump administration to stop its 'assault on science.' They highlighted several instances where grants were denied or withdrawn, allegedly due to the political nature of the research. The ACLU's legal action seeks to challenge these cancellations and restore funding to the affected projects.
The NIH has faced criticism for its handling of grant allocations during this period, with accusations that decisions were influenced by political agendas rather than scientific integrity. The lawsuit aims to hold the NIH accountable and ensure that future grant decisions are based solely on scientific criteria.
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