"Trump Administration Terminates Scientists from National Science Board in Latest Move to Shape US Research Agenda" In a surprise move, the Trump administration has informed several scientists serving on the National Science Foundation's (NSF) board that their roles have been terminated. The abrupt decision, announced through a message from the White House Presidential Personnel Office, has left many in the scientific community reeling. The NSF, a key agency responsible for funding research in various fields, has long been seen as an independent and impartial institution. The sudden removal of these scientists raises concerns about the Trump administration's intentions to influence the direction of US research and potentially undermine the NSF's autonomy.
The Trump administration on Friday told several scientists on the National Science Foundation's (NSF) board that they were terminated from their roles, The Washington Post reported. The White House Presidential Personnel Office's message to members of the National Science Board thanked them for their service, according to screenshots shared with the outlet. "On behalf of...
