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Critics warn that the scale of the cuts could jeopardize disease response capacity, scientific research, and regulatory oversight.
The Atlantic |
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is finally getting his wish of sucker punching the federal health agencies.
U.S. News & World Report |
Cantor Fitzgerald analysts renewed their criticism of U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Thursday, saying the layoffs at the Food and Drug Administration pose a risk to public safety and ...

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Here's How RFK Jr.'s HHS Cuts Could Impact Americans
HHS administers health insurance programs that affect nearly half the U.S. population, including Medicare and Medicaid, and regulates medical products and food. Critics warn that the scale of the cuts could jeopardize disease response capacity, scientific research, and regulatory oversight.
50 canceled measles clinics, and other local impact from HHS cuts
"Mass layoffs is not how you make America healthier," city and county health officials say in reaction to large-scale dismissals of federal health workers.
HHS downsizing begins amid RFK Jr. 'Make America Healthy Again' push: 'Win-win for taxpayers'
HHS undergoes mass layoffs beginning Tuesday after the department announced it would undergo major 'restructuring' to align with Trump's executive order.
RFK Jr. Is Out for Revenge
Kennedy Jr. is finally getting his wish of sucker punching the federal health agencies. This week, Kennedy began the process of firing some 10,000 employees working under the Health and Human Services umbrella.
Several federal agencies give employees another chance to resign with little time to decide
At least four federal agencies are once again giving their employees the option to resign but be paid through the end of September, according to internal emails obtained by CNN and agency spokespeople.
With Painful Layoffs Ahead, Agencies Push Incentives to Quit
Another round of “deferred resignation” offers is part of the Trump administration’s stepped-up effort to rapidly downsize the government.
Cantor Analysts Double Down on Kennedy Criticism as FDA Jobs Cuts Begin
Kennedy Jr. looks on, ahead of President Donald Trump delivering remarks on tariffs, in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 2, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo (Reuters) - Cantor Fitzgerald analysts renewed their criticism of U.
US health department says it may ask fired staff to keep working
Thousands of employees fired this week from the Department of Health and Human Services and the public health agencies it oversees may be asked to temporarily continue working for two months, the department said on Thursday.
RFK Jr. remains quiet on 10,000 jobs lost at the nation’s top health department
Kennedy’s silence is prompting questions from lawmakers, with a bipartisan request for the health secretary to appear before a Senate committee next week to explain the cuts.
HHS gutted programs to help people quit smoking. The impact could be deadly.
Public health experts were stunned this week when Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and DOGE gutted key groups that had been successful in helping Americans quit smoking.
HHS Seattle office closes, Head Start staff placed on leave
Employees at the HHS regional office and a CDC occupational safety laboratory in Spokane were abruptly fired. Head Start staff are on administrative leave.
Mass layoffs hit workers at HHS; sweeping cuts extend to CDC, NIH, FDA: Recap
Layoffs of 10,000 Health and Human Services employees begin. Agencies devoted to seniors, minorities and HIV prevention closed.
Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra enters packed race for California governor
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is joining the crowded field of Democrats running for California governor.
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Arizona AG Kris Mayes Spearheads Multi-State Lawsuit Against HHS Over $12 Billion in Public Health Grant Cuts
Kris Mayes, Arizona's AG, joins a lawsuit against HHS to challenge the termination of $12 billion in health grants.
HHS announces more layoffs, restructuring: how could this major overhaul impact you?
In a major overhaul, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will lay off 10,000 workers and shut down entire agencies, including ones that oversee billions of dollars in funds for addiction services and community health centers across the country.
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Biden-Era HHS Chief Becerra Announces Bid for California Governor
Former Biden administration Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra announced on Wednesday that he’s running for governor of California in 2026 to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fellow Democrat.
Backlash at HHS delays plan to slash 10,000 jobs, Politico reports
The plan to cut 10,000 jobs at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services was abruptly delayed over growing backlash with how the process was being orchestrated by Brad Smith, the Department of Government Efficiency lead at the HHS,
HHS cuts 10,000 employees in major overhaul of health agencies
The US Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is cutting 10,000 full-time employees across health agencies, the department told CNN.
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