This Policy Stops Dangerous Gain-of-Function Research

The federal government has a duty to protect the American people — not fund research that could put them at risk. Today, we are ending federal support for dangerous gain-of-function research and replacing weak oversight with clear, enforceable safeguards. This policy delivers on… https://t.co/847Y48iTug

— Secretary Kennedy (@SecKennedy) July 29, 2026

… President Trump’s commitment to put safety first while ensuring America remains the global leader in ethical, responsible, and lifesaving biomedical research.

Under the Trump Administration, NIH will end dangerous Gain-of-Function research.@NIHDirector_Jay makes it clear that Americans won’t fund research that risks American's health or security, either here or abroad. pic.twitter.com/Z70wlc8gss

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 29, 2026

REMEMBER: President Trump banned taxpayer-funded gain-of-function research government-wide.

This administration is working to ensure the health and safety of all Americans, and this decisive action could prevent the next pandemic from spilling out of a lab.

— Rep. James Comer (@RepJamesComer) July 29, 2026