Rehiring of CDC Employees by HHS

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Trump administration's efforts to end 'politicized science' led to rehiring over 450 previously fired employees at the CDC. HHS reinstated workers from various divisions following layoffs and reforms. Several agencies, including IRS and FDA, also rehired staff after reductions in force.

Key Points

  • Rehiring followed Trump administration's efforts to reorganize HHS
  • HHS reinstated employees from divisions like NCHHSTP and NCEH
  • Other agencies, like IRS and FDA, also rehired staff after workforce reductions

Pros

  • Reinstatement of essential public health workers
  • Protection of critical public health functions
  • Streamlining operations without compromising mission-critical work

Cons

  • Initial layoffs impacting public health services
  • Potential disruption caused by workforce reductions and rehiring