Confusion Erupts Among Researchers as Trump Administration Freezes Federal Grant Spending

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The White House's directive to pause federal grant payments caused significant confusion.
Trump mandated halting grants related to DEI and Green New Deal.
NSF paused all review panels and new awards while assessing OMB's directives.
Zoe Lofgren criticized the funding freeze as an 'unlawful impoundment'.
Jennifer Jones noted the funding pause created a 'whole new level of anxiety'.
University research offices responded inconsistently, leading to further confusion.

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Funding Memo Rescinded, Freeze Still Causes Confusion

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The White House rescinded a controversial memo freezing federal funding sources
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the funding freeze remains
Leavitt stated, The President's EO's on federal funding remain in full force and effect
Health organizations expressed relief but remain concerned about the freeze
Eric Gascho warned against attempts to withhold vital support
The funding freeze threatens medical research institutions and community health centers
Administration clarified the freeze does not affect Medicaid or SNAP
Health care providers face conflicting memos regarding federal assistance

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President Christina Paxson calls it a moment of tremendous uncertainty
Trump's directives aim to undermine higher education institutions
Vice President JD Vance labeled universities as “hostile institutions”
Universities prepare to counter Trump's attacks on funding
Nonprofits and small businesses filed a joint suit against the funding pause
Attorneys general from 22 states responded to the memo
Paxson and Doyle advocate for collaborative legal action

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