Cara
@picsuresque1.bsky.social
Community-Based Intervention and Clinical Trials Expert. Reducing fraud, waste, and inefficiency by shortening the clinical trials pipeline and bringing behavioral healthcare to ALL Americans. Neurodiversity Ally. #SDOHareReal
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I’m hearing people say that the DHS budget bill won’t affect ICE because of funding from the summer OBBB package.
But Congress could remove that ICE funding. For example, amend this appropriations bill to zero out the ICE funding from the summer.
But Congress could remove that ICE funding. For example, amend this appropriations bill to zero out the ICE funding from the summer.
January 25, 2026 at 2:50 PM
I’m hearing people say that the DHS budget bill won’t affect ICE because of funding from the summer OBBB package.
But Congress could remove that ICE funding. For example, amend this appropriations bill to zero out the ICE funding from the summer.
But Congress could remove that ICE funding. For example, amend this appropriations bill to zero out the ICE funding from the summer.
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32 others died at the hands of ICE in 2025. Do not forget them.
2025 was ICE’s deadliest year in two decades. Here are the 32 people who died in custody www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
2025 was ICE’s deadliest year in two decades. Here are the 32 people who died in custody www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
2025 was ICE’s deadliest year in two decades. Here are the 32 people who died in custody
The deaths came as the Trump administration ramped up immigration enforcement, detaining a record number of people
www.theguardian.com
January 25, 2026 at 1:20 PM
32 others died at the hands of ICE in 2025. Do not forget them.
2025 was ICE’s deadliest year in two decades. Here are the 32 people who died in custody www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
2025 was ICE’s deadliest year in two decades. Here are the 32 people who died in custody www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
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This is a starter pack of current & former NIH staff—that I highly recommend
I’d also add that so many of these heroic folks have been a beacon of light, integrity, & moral clarity at a time when the NIH Director, Jay Bhattacharya, along with Trump & Vought, have, sadly, taken steps to weaken NIH
I’d also add that so many of these heroic folks have been a beacon of light, integrity, & moral clarity at a time when the NIH Director, Jay Bhattacharya, along with Trump & Vought, have, sadly, taken steps to weaken NIH
January 20, 2026 at 12:42 AM
This is a starter pack of current & former NIH staff—that I highly recommend
I’d also add that so many of these heroic folks have been a beacon of light, integrity, & moral clarity at a time when the NIH Director, Jay Bhattacharya, along with Trump & Vought, have, sadly, taken steps to weaken NIH
I’d also add that so many of these heroic folks have been a beacon of light, integrity, & moral clarity at a time when the NIH Director, Jay Bhattacharya, along with Trump & Vought, have, sadly, taken steps to weaken NIH
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Don’t let Russell Vought trick Congress into destroying science by removing multiyear funding limits from the NIH funding bill.
January 16, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Don’t let Russell Vought trick Congress into destroying science by removing multiyear funding limits from the NIH funding bill.
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This is stunning. Listen to this in Philadelphia.
Thousands singing “Hey-Oh, we won’t be silent while our friends are gunned down.”
Really listen to it.
Thousands singing “Hey-Oh, we won’t be silent while our friends are gunned down.”
Really listen to it.
January 11, 2026 at 4:55 AM
This is stunning. Listen to this in Philadelphia.
Thousands singing “Hey-Oh, we won’t be silent while our friends are gunned down.”
Really listen to it.
Thousands singing “Hey-Oh, we won’t be silent while our friends are gunned down.”
Really listen to it.
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ALERT: Congress may flat-fund science, but Vought, Bhattacharya, Memoli & RFK still have a bag of dirty tricks: impoundment, multi-year funding, termination of programs, appointment of cronies to leadership, changes in scientific review to ratfuck research in America. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/s...
Congress Is Reversing Trump’s Steep Budget Cuts to Science
www.nytimes.com
January 11, 2026 at 10:50 AM
ALERT: Congress may flat-fund science, but Vought, Bhattacharya, Memoli & RFK still have a bag of dirty tricks: impoundment, multi-year funding, termination of programs, appointment of cronies to leadership, changes in scientific review to ratfuck research in America. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/s...
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Powerful piece in STAT this morning from some NIH staff members who have resigned
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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The NIH has lost its scientific integrity. So we left
“We can no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity,” write four scientists and administrators who recently resigned from the NIH.
www.statnews.com
January 10, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Powerful piece in STAT this morning from some NIH staff members who have resigned
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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“To this day, grants continue to be ‘realigned’ with administration priorities, a clear form of ideological coercion.”
Powerful piece in STAT this morning from some NIH staff members who have resigned
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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The NIH has lost its scientific integrity. So we left
“We can no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity,” write four scientists and administrators who recently resigned from the NIH.
www.statnews.com
January 10, 2026 at 1:52 PM
“To this day, grants continue to be ‘realigned’ with administration priorities, a clear form of ideological coercion.”
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NIH is losing so may good people. First they were fired or RIFd or pressured to retire early.
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
The NIH has lost its scientific integrity. So we left
“We can no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity,” write four scientists and administrators who recently resigned from the NIH.
www.statnews.com
January 10, 2026 at 1:44 PM
NIH is losing so may good people. First they were fired or RIFd or pressured to retire early.
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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On a podcast today, NIH Director Bhattacharya said NIH would not renew grants reinstated under the APHA vs NIH ruling by District Court Judge Young - as reported by @aniloza.bsky.social at @statnews.com.
This means the studies yet again will be cut off midstream.
www.statnews.com/2025/12/31/n...
This means the studies yet again will be cut off midstream.
www.statnews.com/2025/12/31/n...
NIH director says DEI-related grants that were restored under a court order won’t be renewed
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya told a podcaster that DEI-related grants restored under a court order won't be renewed in 2026
www.statnews.com
January 1, 2026 at 3:06 AM
On a podcast today, NIH Director Bhattacharya said NIH would not renew grants reinstated under the APHA vs NIH ruling by District Court Judge Young - as reported by @aniloza.bsky.social at @statnews.com.
This means the studies yet again will be cut off midstream.
www.statnews.com/2025/12/31/n...
This means the studies yet again will be cut off midstream.
www.statnews.com/2025/12/31/n...
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@aatishb.bsky.social got me on the record. “My colleagues did an outstanding job to work their butts off to approve things.” I swear it's true. It's still true at #NIH.
The U.S. Is Funding Fewer Grants in Every Area of Science and Medicine (Gift Article)
A quiet policy change means the government is making fewer bets on long-term science.
www.nytimes.com
December 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
@aatishb.bsky.social got me on the record. “My colleagues did an outstanding job to work their butts off to approve things.” I swear it's true. It's still true at #NIH.
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Please take the time to read this press release from the Civil Servants Coalition, and please share with your networks if you are a Fed. We stand firm in our resolve. We will not be deterred from our mission to serve the people of this country. We hold the line. ✊✊✊
Thursday the Civil Servants Coalition released this press release in response to the passing of the continuing resolution (CR) that failed to meaningfully restrain the Trump Administration's lawlessness.
We invite you to read it & share it with your community & online.
#resistance #StandUp
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We invite you to read it & share it with your community & online.
#resistance #StandUp
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November 15, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Please take the time to read this press release from the Civil Servants Coalition, and please share with your networks if you are a Fed. We stand firm in our resolve. We will not be deterred from our mission to serve the people of this country. We hold the line. ✊✊✊
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“If this administration thinks that summarily ousting NIH employees whose only offense is calling on the agency to respect science and academic freedom will go unnoticed, they can think again.”
www.murray.senate.gov/senator-murr...
www.murray.senate.gov/senator-murr...
Senator Murray Slams Outrageous Political Retaliation at NIH, Demands Answers from Trump Administration - Senator Patty Murray
Vice Chair Murray in June to NIH Director Bhattacharya: “You just received a letter signed by hundreds of your own staff who believe this administration’s actions risk breaking NIH and the lifesaving ...
www.murray.senate.gov
November 15, 2025 at 12:04 AM
“If this administration thinks that summarily ousting NIH employees whose only offense is calling on the agency to respect science and academic freedom will go unnoticed, they can think again.”
www.murray.senate.gov/senator-murr...
www.murray.senate.gov/senator-murr...
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According to a source, Jenna Norton, who led a letter criticizing Trump's decimation of the NIH (see below), has been placed on administrative leave. She's the first at NIH to be put on leave, joining EPA officials who criticized Trump policies.
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
NIH scientists publish letter criticizing Trump's deep cuts in public health research
The letter addresses the termination of 2,100 research grants valued at more than $12 billion and some of the human costs that have resulted, such as cutting off medication regimens to participants in...
www.pbs.org
November 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
According to a source, Jenna Norton, who led a letter criticizing Trump's decimation of the NIH (see below), has been placed on administrative leave. She's the first at NIH to be put on leave, joining EPA officials who criticized Trump policies.
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
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While the government was shut down, 379 NIH study section meetings (containing 24,380 grant applications) were postponed. NIH is committed to getting these reviewed, but please be patient and understanding with staff, as this is a complex and heavy lift.
November 13, 2025 at 1:25 PM
While the government was shut down, 379 NIH study section meetings (containing 24,380 grant applications) were postponed. NIH is committed to getting these reviewed, but please be patient and understanding with staff, as this is a complex and heavy lift.
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It is not a victory to have our salary paid when it is already codified. Both Chucks should know better.
a cartoon girl in a blue dress is kneeling in a field holding a bag
Alt: This is what is happening in my mind.
media.tenor.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:41 AM
It is not a victory to have our salary paid when it is already codified. Both Chucks should know better.
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"We have bowed at altar of caution and we have paid a mighty price."
Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani
November 5, 2025 at 4:41 AM
"We have bowed at altar of caution and we have paid a mighty price."
Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani
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Hi all, this headline does not give the right impression of what is going on with these notices.
(HHS employee here speaking in my personal capacity about matters of public concern that have been publicly reported—I am not sharing details from inside the agency.)
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(HHS employee here speaking in my personal capacity about matters of public concern that have been publicly reported—I am not sharing details from inside the agency.)
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Scoop: Some NIH employees told they won't be paid during furlough after all.
Earlier today, some NIH employees received emails stating that they will not be paid during the shutdown. This was an unexpected, and likely unlawful, change in federal government policy.
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Earlier today, some NIH employees received emails stating that they will not be paid during the shutdown. This was an unexpected, and likely unlawful, change in federal government policy.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Hi all, this headline does not give the right impression of what is going on with these notices.
(HHS employee here speaking in my personal capacity about matters of public concern that have been publicly reported—I am not sharing details from inside the agency.)
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(HHS employee here speaking in my personal capacity about matters of public concern that have been publicly reported—I am not sharing details from inside the agency.)
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The NIH institute director firing last Friday is very bad.
I made a video explainer about why.
Stay for last post, w link to @science.org story from @jocelynkaiser.bsky.social
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I made a video explainer about why.
Stay for last post, w link to @science.org story from @jocelynkaiser.bsky.social
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October 23, 2025 at 4:02 AM
The NIH institute director firing last Friday is very bad.
I made a video explainer about why.
Stay for last post, w link to @science.org story from @jocelynkaiser.bsky.social
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I made a video explainer about why.
Stay for last post, w link to @science.org story from @jocelynkaiser.bsky.social
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Raskin details how he tried to get unanimous consent today to force Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva, but the Acting Speaker Haridopolos "scurried out of the room"
October 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Raskin details how he tried to get unanimous consent today to force Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva, but the Acting Speaker Haridopolos "scurried out of the room"
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If you are a federal employee fired via RIF notice or want to share information about misconduct in the Administration, Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov wants to hear your story. We will protect all whistleblowers' personal information.
www.hsgac.senate.gov/contact/demo...
www.hsgac.senate.gov/contact/demo...
Anonymous Whistleblower Disclosure Form - Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs
“*” indicates required fields Title—Mr.Mrs.Ms.Mr. and Mrs.MissDr.Dr. and Mrs.Dr. and Mr.AdmiralCaptainChief Master SergeantColonelCommanderCorporalFatherGeneralLieutenantLieutenant ColonelMajorMaster ...
www.hsgac.senate.gov
October 10, 2025 at 9:37 PM
If you are a federal employee fired via RIF notice or want to share information about misconduct in the Administration, Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov wants to hear your story. We will protect all whistleblowers' personal information.
www.hsgac.senate.gov/contact/demo...
www.hsgac.senate.gov/contact/demo...
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This is a legitimately amazing video from @schumer.senate.gov
Please watch.
Thank you, Chuck Schumer!
youtube.com/shorts/Bl01O...
Please watch.
Thank you, Chuck Schumer!
youtube.com/shorts/Bl01O...
October 8, 2025 at 3:07 AM
This is a legitimately amazing video from @schumer.senate.gov
Please watch.
Thank you, Chuck Schumer!
youtube.com/shorts/Bl01O...
Please watch.
Thank you, Chuck Schumer!
youtube.com/shorts/Bl01O...
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OSC tells us how to file a #HatchAct complaint. Nearly all federal sites are in violation. Do not accept this as normal. #FEDSTRONG
osc.gov/Services/Pag...
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How to File a Hatch Act Complaint
osc.gov
October 4, 2025 at 8:02 PM
OSC tells us how to file a #HatchAct complaint. Nearly all federal sites are in violation. Do not accept this as normal. #FEDSTRONG
osc.gov/Services/Pag...
osc.gov/Services/Pag...
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Shared how the greater shutdown of NIH science has been underway since January on @msnbc.com today.
We need Congress to stand firm to protect science, democracy and the American people.
www.msnbc.com/katy-tur/wat...
We need Congress to stand firm to protect science, democracy and the American people.
www.msnbc.com/katy-tur/wat...
Furloughed NIH worker: Left office with 'pit' in my stomach about future of our country
On day three of the government shutdown, around 750,000 federal employees are furloughed as the White House threatens mass firings as early as today. Furloughed NIH Program Director Jenna Norton joins...
www.msnbc.com
October 4, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Shared how the greater shutdown of NIH science has been underway since January on @msnbc.com today.
We need Congress to stand firm to protect science, democracy and the American people.
www.msnbc.com/katy-tur/wat...
We need Congress to stand firm to protect science, democracy and the American people.
www.msnbc.com/katy-tur/wat...
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Proud that we have played some small role in this — in urge Congress to stand up to Trump, and supporting those who want to do that.
Thank you @rephuffman.bsky.social - and to @ramirez.house.gov and @ivey.house.gov who stood with us on Monday outside the Capitol.
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Thank you @rephuffman.bsky.social - and to @ramirez.house.gov and @ivey.house.gov who stood with us on Monday outside the Capitol.
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Also becoming increasingly clear how much the pressure on Dems in these last 9 months to fight harder has had an impact. The House Dems are showing remarkable grit. And they will get stronger as the public blame Republicans more and more for breaking/shutting down the US govt. (2/2)
Axios Hill Leaders - 1 big thing: 🚨 Dems "fight harder"
www.axios.com
October 3, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Proud that we have played some small role in this — in urge Congress to stand up to Trump, and supporting those who want to do that.
Thank you @rephuffman.bsky.social - and to @ramirez.house.gov and @ivey.house.gov who stood with us on Monday outside the Capitol.
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Thank you @rephuffman.bsky.social - and to @ramirez.house.gov and @ivey.house.gov who stood with us on Monday outside the Capitol.
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