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Politics · United StatesWhite House drops NIH grant control plan after bipartisan opposition
The White House has abandoned plans for an executive order that would have given political appointees more control over National Institutes of Health research grants. Bipartisan opposition, led by Senator Susan Collins, appears to have halted the initiative.
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Politics · United StatesFDA updates rules to reduce animal testing in research
The FDA is updating its regulations to remove language that could suggest animal testing is the only way to generate safety information for regulatory decisions. The move aligns with the FDA Modernization Act 2.0 and is part of a broader HHS effort to accelerate human-based research.
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Politics · United StatesTrump seeks control over US health research funding
Donald Trump is reportedly seeking to exert greater control over US health research funding. The White House is considering an external commission to validate grants, a move seen as part of a broader crackdown on 'woke' programs.
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Politics · United StatesPentagon seeks NIH funds to cover budget shortfalls, Democrats say
Democrats have accused the Pentagon of attempting to redirect billions of dollars intended for NIH research into its own budget. Rep. Rosa DeLauro stated an interagency agreement could allow the Defense Department access to these funds, sparking criticism.
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