# Science Under Siege: The Overnight Firing of All 24 National Science Board Members

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Podcast: [SunDeep Talks: A Leadership Awakening Podcast.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sundeep-talks-a-leadership-awakening-podcast-7108248)
Published: 2026-04-28T07:21:22+00:00
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## Resource

Science under siege. On April 24–25, 2026, the entire US National Science Board — all 24 members — was fired overnight through a single cold email from the White House. In this powerful episode of SunDeep Talks, we break down what this NSB firing really means — not just for America, but for the future of independent science and global discovery. From massive global research funding cuts to the strategic divergence between Western retrenchment and China’s aggressive R&D surge, this episode reveals the hidden currents reshaping our world. We also explore why awakened leadership and awakened governance are now more urgent than ever if we want to protect long-term inquiry, truth, and human progress. This is not just about one board — it’s about the future of civilization itself. Listen now and join the conversation. → Read the full article: https://www.sundeepmehra.com/blog/science-under-siege-nsb-firing/ #AwakenedLeadership #ScienceUnderSiege #FutureOfLeadership

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