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N.I.H. reinstates employee after criticizing Trump research cuts
Filed: May 02, 2026 at 1:02 AM ET
Summary: The NIH reinstated Jenna Norton after she was put on leave following criticism of Trump research cuts.
WHO: Jenna Norton and NIH leadership
WHAT: NIH reinstated an employee who had been put on leave
WHEN: May 01, 2026 at 7:43 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Norton alleged retaliation after filing a whistle-blower complaint.
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