Trump cuts target federal advisory boards. What does it mean for agencies like NASA?

NPR | By Katia Riddle

Published July 23, 2026 at 4:33 PM EDT

The Trump administration has terminated or suspended more than 100 federal advisory committees. Former members say agencies like NASA now have less accountability to stakeholders and the public.

Katia Riddle

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