Hi John, it’s Zoe Lofgren.
The Trump administration’s latest proposal is alarming to any American who believes in facts.
Instead of trusting scientific experts, Trump wants all future research grants from federal agencies to be approved – or rejected – by political appointees.
That means funding for critical research, ranging from climate science to public health, will be granted based on political relevance instead of merit.
John, let me be clear: this decision is yet another dystopian power grab in a series of decisions that are threatening to destroy US scientific leadership and innovation.
As Ranking Member for the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, I’m fighting to block this proposal from passing, but I need your help today.
The only way to block these partisan power grabs for good is by taking back the House for Democrats, and that battle starts right now. If you believe in my fight for facts and want to elect more leaders who will push for integrity in our federal agencies, then please – donate $5, $25, or anything you can to my re-election campaign. >>
