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health24 days ago•30 min saved

CDC Workforce Shrinks by 30% Amid Leadership Vacuum and Policy Shifts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lost nearly a third of its staff since early 2025, falling from 9,279 employees in March 2025 to 6,683 by May 2026. This decline exceeds the initial 18% cut from federal layoffs, driven by mass resignations and retirements. The agency faces a leadership vacuum and reduced independence under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., impacting its ability to guide public health on diseases like HIV, diabetes, and influenza.

via The New York Times|

#cdc #federal-cuts #health

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

New Mexico Legislature Passes Bills to Strengthen Safety Nets Amid Federal Cuts

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation to counteract federal budget cuts affecting food assistance, rural health care, and public broadcasting, including setting aside $17 million to backfill federal health insurance credits and approving $162 million for various social programs, as the state prepares for potential federal support reductions amid a large budget surplus driven by oil production.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#federal-cuts #food-assistance #new-mexico

environment1 year ago•11 min saved

Texas Floods: Rising Death Toll and Urgent Need for New Safety Measures

The Texas floods, resulting in at least 129 deaths and extensive destruction, are linked to climate change and exacerbated by federal agency cuts under the Trump administration, highlighting the impact of political decisions on disaster preparedness and response.

via The Guardian|

#climate-crisis #disaster-response #environment

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Elon Musk's Efforts to Reduce Government Spending: A Closer Look

President Trump questioned Elon Musk's claim to have cut $1 trillion in government spending through Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, which reported saving about $175 billion, though these figures are disputed and may be overstated. Musk reiterated his commitment to reducing waste and fraud, but the timeline and savings claims have been questioned amid ongoing legal challenges and controversies over federal layoffs.

via Forbes|

#doge #federal-cuts #government-spending

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Federal Food Safety Cuts Raise Concerns and State Action Calls

Experts express concern that recent federal budget cuts and staff retirements have compromised the U.S. food safety system, risking increased outbreaks of foodborne illnesses like listeria, due to reduced inspections and delayed testing.

via NPR|

#federal-cuts #food-safety #health