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What is happening with CDC firings?

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The CDC is in turmoil after the firing of its director, Susan Monterrez, and the resignation of several senior officials. The dismissals stem from clashes over vaccine policy and accusations of political interference, with concerns that scientific integrity is being undermined.

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Fired CDC director, top officials clashed with Kennedy on vaccines

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  • CDC director and several senior officials resigned or were dismissed following disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 17s
  • Kennedy replaced the CDC's vaccine advisory panel with new appointees, including anti-vaccine activists. 1m 5s
  • Officials cited concerns that new vaccine policies contradicted scientific evidence. 1m 56s
  • The White House stated the CDC director was dismissed for not aligning with the president's health mission. 2m 12s
  • Jim O'Neill was named interim CDC leader following the director's dismissal. 2m 26s
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Fired CDC director, top officials clashed with Kennedy on vaccines
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Fired CDC director, top officials clashed with Kennedy on vaccines

The CDC's director was fired by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and several senior officials resigned after disagreements over vaccine policy changes and the appointment of anti-vaccine activists to advisory panels.

Why CDC employees are resigning in protest after director's ouster
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CBS America
16 hours ago
Why CDC employees are resigning in protest after director's ouster

The fallout follows the firing of the agency's director, Susan Monterrez, over her refusal to approve directives she considered unscientific. Four other top CDC officials have resigned in protest.

Turmoil at CDC after top officials are fired or resign
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CBS America
16 hours ago
Turmoil at CDC after top officials are fired or resign

Susan Moneres served as director of the CDC for less than a month before she was removed. Other top officials resigned in protest, and Deputy Health Secretary Jim O'Neill has been named acting director.

Chaos and confusion at CDC as director refuses to steps down
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CBS America
23 hours ago
Chaos and confusion at CDC as director refuses to steps down

The White House says CDC director Susan Moneres was fired for not aligning with the president's health agenda, but she is contesting her removal. Several other officials have resigned, contributing to chaos and uncertainty.

New CDC director fired only weeks into the role
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Reuters
1 day ago
New CDC director fired only weeks into the role

Susan Minares, the new CDC director, was fired less than a month after taking office for not aligning with the president's health agenda. Four senior CDC officials also resigned, citing concerns over vaccination guidelines.

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