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Trump's Funding Cuts Threaten HIV Research in Rhode Island

5/13/2025

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President Trump aimed to eliminate HIV in 10 years but canceled key public health grants.
Over 60 grants in Rhode Island were terminated, affecting HIV and climate change research.
Funding cuts jeopardize Rhode Island's life sciences sector, heavily dependent on federal support.
Experts caution that these reductions may result in job losses and stifle scientific advancement.
Nunn advocates for bipartisan support, emphasizing the negative impact on public health.

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Story summary

President Trump aimed to eliminate HIV in 10 years but canceled key public health grants.
Over 60 grants in Rhode Island were terminated, affecting HIV and climate change research.
Funding cuts jeopardize Rhode Island's life sciences sector, heavily dependent on federal support.
Experts caution that these reductions may result in job losses and stifle scientific advancement.
Nunn advocates for bipartisan support, emphasizing the negative impact on public health.