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Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks NIH Funding Cuts Amid Lawsuit from 22 States
A federal judge restrains NIH funding cuts for research; 22 states challenge Trump administration's policy change limiting indirect cost reimbursements.
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A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order against President Trump's administration's cuts to NIH funding for research, following a lawsuit by 22 states. The plaintiffs claim that a new 15% cap on indirect costs will hinder medical research and jeopardize advancements in treatment. The NIH has stated the cuts aim to save $4 billion, but critics warn it will disrupt vital research efforts. The ruling grants a temporary pause, allowing time for further arguments ahead of a scheduled hearing.
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