Trump Administration Proposes Major Cuts to Science Agencies

The Trump administration is proposing drastic budget cuts to science agencies for fiscal year 2027. The National Institute of Standards and Technology faces an eye-popping 84% cut. The National Science Foundation is looking at a 54% reduction, while NASA’s Science Mission Directorate could see a 47% cut. The Department of Energy’s Office of Science may see a 13% decrease, and the National Institutes of Health could lose 10%. Meanwhile, there’s no funding for NOAA’s research arm. Interestingly, the administration plans to boost the National Nuclear Security Administration’s budget by 12%, aiming to enhance nuclear capabilities. This budget proposal echoes last year’s cuts, many of which Congress rejected. The focus remains on artificial intelligence and quantum research, with $1.2 billion earmarked for a new DOE office. However, the proposal omits crucial funding for the American Science Cloud, a key part of the Genesis Mission. These cuts could reshape the landscape of scientific research in the U.S., impacting everything from climate studies to technological advancements that affect our daily lives.