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CDC Announces Major Layoffs Amid Federal Budget Cuts

10/11/2025

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notified dozens of employees of layoffs on October 10, 2025, as part of federal cuts.
The layoffs affected high-ranking scientists, disease detectives, the entire Washington office, and the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report staff.
The action follows challenges at the CDC, including mass resignations and the firing of its director.
The layoffs were communicated via email shortly before 9 p.m. Eastern time.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notified dozens of employees of layoffs on October 10, 2025, as part of federal cuts.
The layoffs affected high-ranking scientists, disease detectives, the entire Washington office, and the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report staff.
The action follows challenges at the CDC, including mass resignations and the firing of its director.
The layoffs were communicated via email shortly before 9 p.m. Eastern time.