Facing outrage from scientists, public health workers, and even Congress, the CDC has reversed the layoffs of 450 critical staff in global health, environmental monitoring, and HIV prevention.
The original cuts were part of a federal austerity plan but critics warned the agency was being gutted ahead of the next pandemic.
“This decision never should have been made,” said Dr. Leena Wen. “We cannot fight global disease outbreaks with politics.”
The CDC confirmed reinstatement orders have gone out effective immediately.
Also Read: Critics Point to Pelosi’s National Guard Response: Different Treatment for Trump and Biden?
Follow us on X @Dobblog1
No comments:
Post a Comment
Join the conversation by leaving a comment below. Keep it respectful, relevant, and on-topic - we love hearing from our readers!