In a significant move, Trump has requested the White House budget chief to draft an order that would centralize health research funding under his control. This push comes amid ongoing tensions regarding the National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants, with the budget chief advocating for increased scrutiny of these funds. Reports indicate that this initiative may reshape the landscape of biotech research, as efforts to oversee and review NIH grants are intensified. The Oval Office discussions have reportedly become heated, reflecting a broader strategy to consolidate power over medical research funding.