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How a distrust of experts is shaping government policy under Trump

NPR | By Selena Simmons-Duffin,

Domenico Montanaro

Published August 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM EDT

President Trump and members of his administration have often expressed a distrust of science and experts. That distrust is now helping to shape policies in several areas of government, from vaccines and health care to trade and the economy.

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Selena Simmons-Duffin reports on health policy for NPR.

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Domenico Montanaro is NPR's senior political editor/correspondent. Based in Washington, D.C., his work appears on air and online delivering analysis of the political climate in Washington and campaigns. He also helps edit political coverage.

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