Alexa S. Dietrich

Research Director, Center for Science and Democracy

Alexa S. Dietrich is the research director of the Center for Science and Democracy at the Union of Concerned Scientists.

OMB director Russell Vought testifies before Congress

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June 3, 2026

The Trump Administration Has Launched Its Biggest Threat Yet to Scientific Research. We Can Stop Them.

Alexa S. Dietrich
Research Director, Center for Science and Democracy

A student dressed in cap and gown takes a selfie at a commencement ceremony this spring

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December 2, 2025

Limiting Professional Education Loans Is an Attack on Women, Science, and Healthcare

Alexa S. Dietrich
Research Director, Center for Science and Democracy