On Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, the Trump administration announced the termination or suspension of over 100 federal advisory committees across various agencies in the United States. This move has notably affected agencies like NASA, where former advisory board members express concerns that the changes have led to diminished accountability to stakeholders and the public.

These advisory committees traditionally provide expert guidance and public oversight, and their reduction could impact how agencies engage with external experts and the community. The full implications of these cuts are still being assessed.

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