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Trump Misattributes $8M Grant, Sparks Scientific Backlash

5/31/2025

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In a recent press briefing, President Trump lauded Elon Musk for DOGE, mistakenly linking it to a fabricated $8 million federal grant for "transgender mice." Scientists quickly set the record straight, emphasizing the research's focus on hormone functions rather than gender identity. They cautioned that such misinformation could obstruct vital health advancements, prompting the White House to issue a rebuttal online.

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In a recent press briefing, President Trump lauded Elon Musk for DOGE, mistakenly linking it to a fabricated $8 million federal grant for "transgender mice." Scientists quickly set the record straight, emphasizing the research's focus on hormone functions rather than gender identity. They cautioned that such misinformation could obstruct vital health advancements, prompting the White House to issue a rebuttal online.