Humanities Endowment Funds Trump’s Priorities After Ending Old Grants

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has allocated $34.8 million in funding, with a focus on projects that align with President Trump's priorities. The grants emphasize topics related to American presidents, statesmen, and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The funding includes support for scholarly research, educational initiatives, and public programs. Notable projects include a biography of Dwight D. Eisenhower, an examination of the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt, and a series of events commemorating the Declaration of Independence. While the NEH has traditionally supported a wide range of humanities disciplines, the latest round of funding appears to prioritize subjects that resonate with the current administration's interests. This shift has raised concerns among some in the academic community about the potential for political influence in the allocation of public funds for the humanities.