CDC Job Cuts and Reinstatements Create Turmoil and Uncertainty
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CDC Job Cuts and Reinstatements Create Turmoil and Uncertainty

The CDC has faced significant instability following the layoff notifications of over 1,300 employees, with half of those cuts reversed shortly after. This chaotic situation, attributed to errors by the Trump administration, has raised concerns about the agency's decision-making and its ability to manage public health effectively. Employees are left feeling uncertain about the future of the CDC and its capacity to respond to health crises.

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