Judge orders NIH to restore research grants related to diversity
An analysis by the American Association of Medical Colleges found that as of this month, the Trump administration had cut nearly $3.8 billion in NIH funding overall.
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Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants
The shift suggests Trump’s promise of mass deportations has limits if it threatens industries that rely on workers in the country illegally.
Calls for Hogsett to resign. A forced removal from a public meeting. Apologies. Accusations. How did we get here?
Here’s a recap of a chaotic week in city government that stems from how the Hogsett administration handled sexual harassment allegations but has expanded into much more.
Ex-congressman Billy Long confirmed as commissioner of IRS, an agency he once sought to abolish
Long will take over an IRS undergoing massive change, including layoffs and voluntary retirements of tens of thousands of workers.
House approves Trump’s request to cut funding for NPR, PBS and foreign aid
Indianapolis public broadcasting station WFYI released a statement Thursday that it would lose $1.5 million in federal funding annually under the legislation, 11% of the station’s annual budget.
Democrats criticize latest effort by Congress to regulate college sports as setback for athletes
Three House committees are considering legislation that would create a national standard for name, image and likeness payments to athletes and protect the NCAA against future lawsuits.
Retailers, researchers criticize Indiana plan to exclude soda and candy from SNAP
Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith are fans of the new exclusions—and so is U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
50+ state employees—including IEDC workers—laid off as Indiana cuts take effect
The Governor’s Office confirmed that agencies under both the education and commerce verticals announced staff reductions on Tuesday. The Indiana State Museum also let go of several employees last week.
Indy Council president says he regrets having women removed from meeting
Along with Roberts, deputies pushed out two women who stood at the podium alongside her and became physical with supporters who stood up in her defense.
Trump says United States getting rare earth minerals from China, with tariffs totaling 55%
The president said the U.S. will provide China “what was agreed to,” including allowing Chinese students to attend American colleges and universities.
Hogsett ‘not at all considering’ resignation, calls situation ‘political football’
The Indianapolis mayor took questions from reporters in one-on-one interviews Tuesday afternoon.
Trump’s tax bill could raise taxes on foreign companies, hurting investment from abroad
A new analysis estimates that the provision would cost the U.S. 360,000 jobs and $55 billion annually over 10 years in lost gross domestic product.
Congress could soon introduce a very NCAA-friendly bill
On Saturday, NCAA President Charlie Baker sent a letter to members of Congress, reiterating his organization’s main requests and hammering the need for action.
President promotes $1,000 ‘Trump accounts’ for babies
President Trump promoted the program as a pro-family, pro-child initiative at the same time his administration and congressional Republicans face criticism from Democrats over proposed cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
State agencies instructed to withhold funds on top of 5% budget cuts
The directive follows a grim revenue forecast earlier this year that projected the state would have $2 billion less to spend in the next two-year budget, prompting lawmakers to institute 5% agency cuts largely across the board.
Democrats drawing closer to crypto industry despite Trump divisions
Work in the Republican-led Senate to legitimize cryptocurrency by adding guardrails has drawn backing from some Democrats, underscoring growing support for the industry in the party.
Indy Republicans call for hearing over investigative report omissions
City-County Council Republicans want to know why some information was left out of Fisher Phillips’ report on the Hogsett administration’s handling of harassment allegations.
Trump’s administration seeks to end diverse contracting program with ties to Indiana lawsuit
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program requires state and local transportation agencies to award some contracts to businesses certified as disadvantaged business enterprises.
White House bromance between Trump and Musk suffers epic breakup
For months, as Musk emerged as the president’s constant companion and self-proclaimed “first buddy,” the question hovered of how long a duet could last between two men used to soloing on center stage. Thursday’s angry exchanges provided a definitive answer.
Trump says United States, China will resume trade talks
President Donald Trump said Thursday that his first call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping since returning to office was “very positive.”