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Trump Administration Reopens NIH Grant Applications Amid Legal Battle

12/30/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration reached an agreement to review NIH grant applications stalled by a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy.
A federal judge ruled that the NIH unlawfully canceled significant funding for related research.
The agreement allows reevaluation of previously halted, denied, or withdrawn applications.
The Department of Health and Human Services continues to appeal the ruling against NIH's policy.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration reached an agreement to review NIH grant applications stalled by a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy.
A federal judge ruled that the NIH unlawfully canceled significant funding for related research.
The agreement allows reevaluation of previously halted, denied, or withdrawn applications.
The Department of Health and Human Services continues to appeal the ruling against NIH's policy.