A coalition of leading researchers and former federal officials warned this week that former President Donald J. Trump’s recent budget proposals to slash funding for multiple federal science advisory boards could have lasting repercussions for American innovation. The cuts target the National Science Board, the Environmental Protection Agency’s Science Advisory Board, and several health‑focused panels, reducing their budgets by up to 40 percent. Scientists argue that these boards provide critical independent review of research priorities, guide policy decisions, and ensure scientific integrity. Without robust advisory structures, the coalition fears delayed responses to emerging threats such as climate change, pandemics, and emerging technologies.
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