Zoe Lofgren: “We have to find the courage to do what is right, to provide a seat at America's table for those who have long grown the…”

It unfortunately is no surprise a president who has attacked NSF from day one would seek to destroy the board that helps guide the foundation.

I urge that we support and enact this good bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

My fear is that the chaos the new administration is sowing will be enough to leave our science and technology enterprise in ruins, with Chinese Communist leaders in Beijing popping champagne corks.

The NSB is apolitical. It advises the president on the future of NSF,