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Proposed Trump Rule Targets ‘Woke’ Federal Grants for Public Lands, Health, Science | KQED

A draft Trump administration rule would let political appointees sign off on federal grants, potentially sidelining nonpartisan reviewers.
The rule targets grants tied to what it calls a woke policy agenda, including diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Experts warn the change could hollow out peer review and affect public lands, science, and health funding.
The draft rule lists departments likely affected, including Health and Human Services, Interior, Education, Labor, and Homeland Security.
Public comments on the rule were open, drawing thousands of responses from scientists, conservationists, and the public.
Advocates warn the policy could threaten conservation work and job programs funded by federal grants.
Critics say the rule could disrupt long-term studies and data collection funded by grants.
Groups like Friends of Inyo warn rural and conservation funding could be at risk under the rule.
Supporters say the rule would improve transparency and align funding with national priorities.
Public lands and science groups say the changes threaten the integrity of grant reviews and long-term stewardship.

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