Trump Administration Makes Significant Moves on Science and Nuclear Energy
The Trump administration has recently made significant moves to restore "gold standard science" as the cornerstone of federal research, amid criticisms of politicized science during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a report from Fox News, President Donald Trump signed several executive orders (EOs) on nuclear energy proliferation and an order removing political considerations from public-sector science.
Executive Orders Signed
The executive orders were signed as conservatives claimed that the previous approach to science was scandalized in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump also signed an order restoring "gold standard science" as the cornerstone of federal research. A senior White House official said on Friday that there has been a decline in "disruptive research" and investments in biomedical research, along with "serious cases" of fraud and misconduct and the inability to reproduce scientific methods for the purpose of restoring public trust.
Focus on Nuclear Energy
The Trump administration’s focus on nuclear energy comes as the US and Iran clash over uranium enrichment as nuclear talks resume in Rome. According to Fox News, the US Ambassador to Turkey, Barrack, is set to assume the role of US Special Envoy for Syria.
White House Update
In a recent development, a new book has claimed that President Biden struggled to film 2024 campaign videos amid declining health, with the claim that "the man could not speak". Additionally, a judge has temporarily paused Trump’s move to cancel Harvard student visa policy after a lawsuit.
International Developments
On the international stage, there are concerns that the "Free Palestine" slogan has become a call for violence, according to a former Biden diplomat. The slogan has been widely used in protests across the US and Europe.
Capitol Hill Update
On Capitol Hill, Democrats have called a budget bill "bureaucratic water torture" as the GOP expressed relief that the bill is now in their hands. Senator Mike Lee has also accused the Chicago mayor of violating the law, after the mayor called Trump a "monster".
Across America
In Wisconsin, a man who was fired for refusing to use preferred pronouns has appealed to the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Republican AGs have visited the US-Mexico border wall as Trump’s "big, beautiful bill" clears expansion funding.
Conclusion
The Trump administration’s moves to restore "gold standard science" and its focus on nuclear energy are significant developments in the US. As reported by Fox News, the administration is taking steps to ensure public trust in science and research. The developments on Capitol Hill and across America are also being closely watched.
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