Fulbright board resigns, accusing Trump administration of political interference in scholarship selections.

The Fulbright scholarship board has resigned due to alleged political interference from the Trump administration. The board accused the administration of denying awards to selected recipients and reviewing over 1,200 others, potentially leading to their rejection. Established nearly 80 years ago, the program promotes international exchange, awarding around 9,000 scholarships annually. The board's resignation highlights concerns over the program's integrity and its mission of merit-based selection.