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- HHS reassigned several top officials from nearly a year on administrative leave to the Indian Health Service (IHS), aiming to bolster leadership amid a 30% vacancy.
- Experts question the assignments, noting many lack direct experience with tribal health needs.
- Concerns have been raised about the lack of consultation with tribal leaders regarding the reassignments.
- Critics, including Deb Haaland, label the move disrespectful and call for culturally competent leadership in IHS.
