Priyanka Thayil-McCluskey

Twenty-two states, along with groups of colleges and universities, have filed lawsuits to stop a federal policy change that would cap the indirect costs covered by NIH. These include the costs of research facilities and some staff. Heather Pierce with the Association of American Medical Colleges spoke with reporters after the court hearing.

Twenty-two states, along with groups of colleges and universities, have filed lawsuits to stop a federal policy change that would cap the indirect costs covered by NIH. These include the costs of research facilities and some staff. Heather Pierce with the Association of American Medical Colleges spoke with reporters after the court hearing.

The cuts are on hold until federal judge Angel Kelly rules on whether to grant an injunction. Kelly promised to rule quickly. For NPR News, I'm Priyanka Dayal-McCluskey.

The cuts are on hold until federal judge Angel Kelly rules on whether to grant an injunction. Kelly promised to rule quickly. For NPR News, I'm Priyanka Dayal-McCluskey.