NIH Budget Cuts Face Senate Scrutiny | JQJO

NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya faced sharp criticism from senators on Tuesday over the Trump administration's plan to restructure the agency and significantly cut its budget. Senators from both parties condemned proposed cuts, including a nearly 40% reduction to the National Institute of Aging and overall 40% cuts to institutes, impacting research and potentially driving scientists overseas. Bhattacharya defended some changes while acknowledging others, including grant cancellations, and expressed willingness to work with Congress on a revised budget.