NFL stays silent as White House pushes controversial cuts to brain injury research and education programs

The Trump administration's proposed 2026 budget seeks to eliminate funding for traumatic brain injury (TBI) research and public education, raising concerns within medical and sports communities. The CDC's TBI initiatives, including the Heads Up program, face potential cuts, impacting youth sports safety. Despite scrutiny over player safety, the NFL has remained silent on the proposed budget changes.

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