WA AG Nick Brown: Feds Agree to Resume Review for NIH Grants

Washington AG Nick Brown: Feds agree to resume review for NIH grants

The federal government has agreed to resume the review process for National Institutes of Health-funded medical and scientific research grants — including those to Washington state universities and institutes — which the Trump administration attempted to freeze earlier this year.

After Cutting $783M In NIH Grants, The Trump Administration Will Review Applications That Were Frozen For Their DEI Efforts

The Trump administration will review grants that were frozen due to ties to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In August 2025, the Supreme Court allowed the administration to cut $783 million in grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) tied to DEI, according to the Duke Chronicle. The Trump administration has been vocal about eliminating DEI goals, commitments, and roles, which has also influenced corporations, school…