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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

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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.