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US Government Introduces Controversial Grant Rules

Updated 2026-05-30 00:20 UTC 1 source Negative

The US government is proposing new funding rules that allow for the cancellation of grants at any time. Peer review would be optional, and political staff could screen grants.

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Ars Technica

Proposed new US funding rules: We can cancel any grant at any time

Peer review now optional, political staff would screen grants for forbidden topics.

2026-05-29 22:58 UTC