Trump Administration Halts Over $4.4 Billion in NIH Grants
Between January and the end of July, the Trump administration terminated 1,902 grants awarded by the National Institutes of health (NIH), totaling more than $4.4 billion.This action aligns with guidance from the “department of goverment efficiency” (Doge) and executive orders issued by President Trump aimed at cost reduction.
The move comes as the administration’s claims of a booming economy, eradicated inflation, and surging job growth face scrutiny. Recent economic reports have cast doubt on these assertions, prompting concerns about the credibility of US economic data.
experts have raised alarms about the potential impact of these grant terminations on scientific research and public health initiatives. The specific areas and institutions affected by these cuts are not detailed in the provided details, but the significant financial scale suggests a broad impact across various research fields funded by the NIH.
For a broader understanding of the preceding day’s events, see the August 1, 2025, summary, which noted concerns about the credibility of US economic data and the dismissal of a labor Department official.
