Europe Courts US Scientists Amid Trump's Research Crackdown | JQJO

French President Macron and European Commission President von der Leyen are urging researchers to relocate to Europe, citing the Trump administration's crackdown on US scientific research. Macron criticized the US's actions as threatening its economy and democracy, highlighting the suppression of research in areas like vaccination and climate change. Von der Leyen announced a €500 million package to attract researchers to Europe by 2027, while Macron pledged an additional €100 million for France. The UK is also planning a similar initiative to attract research talent. Europe aims to capitalize on the situation by promoting scientific freedom and easing immigration processes for researchers.