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Trump Administration Closes Key Pathogen Research Facility

5/3/2025

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The Trump administration has shut down the Integrated Research Facility at Fort Detrick, Maryland, raising alarms over safety issues. This crucial center for high-risk pathogen research, including Ebola and Sars-CoV-2, will cease operations and restrict access. Meanwhile, the facility's director faces administrative leave amid growing scrutiny.

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The Trump administration has shut down the Integrated Research Facility at Fort Detrick, Maryland, raising alarms over safety issues. This crucial center for high-risk pathogen research, including Ebola and Sars-CoV-2, will cease operations and restrict access. Meanwhile, the facility's director faces administrative leave amid growing scrutiny.