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More than 2,000 scientists have signed an open letter urging the U.S. Congress to reverse the Trump administration’s decision to terminate the entire National Science Board (NSB), warning that the move could weaken America’s scientific leadership and global competitiveness against China.
The National Science Board, established in 1950, plays a key role in overseeing the National Science Foundation (NSF) and advising both the U.S. president and Congress on science, technology, and engineering policy. The board consisted of more than 20 members appointed to six-year terms before the administration abruptly removed them late last month.
In the letter, researchers described the dismissals as an alarming attack on independent scientific oversight and expressed “deep dismay” over the administration’s actions. The scientists argued that removing the board undermines the country’s ability to conduct critical basic and applied research at a time when China is rapidly increasing investments in research and development.
The signatories warned that weakening independent scientific institutions could damage U.S. innovation, technological advancement, and long-term economic growth. They also claimed the decision reflects a broader effort by the Trump administration to reshape independent government bodies by replacing critical voices with political loyalists.
According to the letter, the removal of the NSB threatens access to expert, nonpartisan guidance not only in science but also in healthcare and technology sectors. The scientists called on Congress to demand the reinstatement of the dismissed board members to preserve independent oversight and maintain trust in federal scientific institutions.
A White House official defended the decision, stating that the authorities granted to the National Science Board decades ago may require modernization. The official also emphasized that the National Science Foundation continues operating without interruption despite the board’s termination.
The controversy has intensified debate over scientific independence, federal research policy, and America’s ability to remain competitive in the global technology race.
