A significant number of American scientists are contemplating leaving the United States due to the political climate and funding cuts associated with the Trump administration. According to a recent poll by Nature, 75% of responding scientists have expressed a desire to relocate, with many looking to Europe for opportunities. European governments and institutions are actively rolling out initiatives to attract these researchers, offering ‘scientific asylum’ to those affected by the U.S. policies. As concerns about academia and research funding grow, the likelihood of a substantial brain drain from the U.S. to Europe appears imminent.