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Trump Administration Cuts 20,000 Jobs, Risks Public Health

4/10/2025

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The Trump administration's drastic overhaul of the Health and Human Services department, which includes slashing 20,000 jobs, has sparked fierce criticism. Many current and former employees warn that this move jeopardizes vital public health initiatives and could severely limit access to care for low-income Americans, particularly in behavioral health and IT systems.

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The Trump administration's drastic overhaul of the Health and Human Services department, which includes slashing 20,000 jobs, has sparked fierce criticism. Many current and former employees warn that this move jeopardizes vital public health initiatives and could severely limit access to care for low-income Americans, particularly in behavioral health and IT systems.