National Science Foundation Diverted $1.4 Billion in Science Funds Mandated by Congress

New York Times - Oct 2, 2026

The move, affecting about one-fifth of the National Science Foundation’s primary research budget, is the latest sign of how the White House is asserting more control over grants.

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