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CDC Leadership in Turmoil Amid Controversial Changes

2/24/2026

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Jay Bhattacharya has temporarily taken control of CDC, raising concerns about running the agency and NIH.
Elizabeth Soda and James Alwine questioned Bhattacharya's ability to lead both agencies.
Bhattacharya sent an email to CDC staff outlining transparency and accountability principles.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen declined the offer from U.S. President Donald Trump to send a Navy hospital ship.
Ralph Abraham resigned as CDC Principal Deputy Director amid Department changes.

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Story summary

Jay Bhattacharya has temporarily taken control of CDC, raising concerns about running the agency and NIH.
Elizabeth Soda and James Alwine questioned Bhattacharya's ability to lead both agencies.
Bhattacharya sent an email to CDC staff outlining transparency and accountability principles.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen declined the offer from U.S. President Donald Trump to send a Navy hospital ship.
Ralph Abraham resigned as CDC Principal Deputy Director amid Department changes.