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Trump Dismisses HHS Team, Ignites Poverty Program Uncertainty

4/11/2025

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In a dramatic shake-up, President Trump has dismissed the entire team at the Department of Health and Human Services responsible for federal poverty guidelines, impacting around 20,000 employees. This upheaval casts a shadow of uncertainty over vital programs like Medicaid and food assistance, leaving low-income families anxious about their future support as no one is left to determine these essential guidelines.

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In a dramatic shake-up, President Trump has dismissed the entire team at the Department of Health and Human Services responsible for federal poverty guidelines, impacting around 20,000 employees. This upheaval casts a shadow of uncertainty over vital programs like Medicaid and food assistance, leaving low-income families anxious about their future support as no one is left to determine these essential guidelines.