80+ Chambers of Commerce Sound Alarm on STEM Talent Exodus, R&D Funding

More than 80 chambers of commerce warn that federal R&D cuts and uncertainty are driving U.S. STEM talent abroad.

Grant delays and agency layoffs are discouraging students and researchers, while foreign governments step up recruitment.

The coalition says losing scientists and engineers could hurt U.S. innovation, economic growth, national security, and tech leadership.

Priority areas such as AI and quantum computing may be especially at risk if the talent drain continues.