The White House released a roughly 400‑page blueprint that would let the administration deny any federal grant that fails to align with President Trump’s policy goals. The proposal would place political appointees in charge of approving billions of dollars in health, housing, science and transportation funding, effectively turning grant dollars into a loyalty test.

If adopted, the rule would bar money for projects that “deny the biological reality of sex,” support “anti‑American values,” or engage in voter‑registration work. Nonprofits, universities and local governments could see grants frozen or revoked for perceived ideological drift, a move budget experts warn could cripple research and public‑service delivery.

The Office of Management and Budget aims to finalize the regulation by October, after a public‑comment period. Critics say it codifies earlier executive orders that courts have struck down, while supporters argue it curbs wasteful spending. The final rule will force grant‑seekers to evaluate political risk before applying, reshaping the federal funding landscape.