Trump Administration Rescinds Funding Freeze Directive, Following Judge’s Stay
Two days of chaos have seemingly come to an end, at least temporarily, with the Trump administration’s decision to rescind an Office of Management and Budget (OMB) order instructing federal agencies to immediately pause all grant, loan, and financial assistance …
Second Trump Presidency Begins with Burst of Executive Orders
President Trump has issued dozens of Executive Orders (EOs) in the first two weeks of his second term. Many of the EOs have concerning implications for scientific research and all levels of education central to the FABBS mission. While this …
PCAST Behavioral and Social Science Report
The Biden President’s Council of Advisors of Science and Technology Policy (PCAST) met for the last time on Friday, January 10. FABBS was honored to be in the room when PCAST members Dr. Jennifer Richeson and Dr. Lisa Cooper presented …
Swearing In the 119th Congress
On January 3rd, the 118th Congress met for a final time to vote for Speaker of the House. After winning re-election, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) promptly swore in the 119th Congress. Swearing-in day is a busy and festive day on …
Trump Names OSTP Director and PCAST Executive Director
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Michael Kratsios to serve as Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and Assistant to the President for Science and Technology. This nomination follows Kratsios’ previous role, during the first …
What to Expect from Trump’s First 100 Days
Much is made of the first 100 days of a new Presidential administration. New Presidents enter eager to make good on campaign promises and build political capital. Obviously, Trump has the experience of his first administration and, while debated, specific …