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'Almost an insult': Republican senator slams CDC over autism, vaccines website

'Almost an insult': Republican senator slams CDC over autism, vaccines website

Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, who Trump successfully sought to defeat, is slamming a CDC website over its content regarding autism and vaccines.
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USDA Employees Face Uncertainty as Relocation Deadlines Approach Amid Legal Challenges

USDA Employees Face Uncertainty as Relocation Deadlines Approach Amid Legal Challenges

The USDA is continuing to issue relocation notices to employees as part of its reorganization plan, despite a pending lawsuit seeking to halt these plans. Employees have expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding exemptions, moving costs, and next steps. The USDA's reorganization involves relocating thousands of employees from Washington, D.C., to regional hubs across the country. The agency plans to cut its workforce by at least 23%, with significant reductions in its public safety and inspection workforce. The Supreme Court previously ruled that the Trump administration has the authority to reduce the federal workforce, but unions argue that the USDA's actions conflict with congressional spending bills. A federal court hearing is scheduled for September 1 to consider an injunction against the relocation plans.
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White House Faces Challenges in Pandemic Preparedness with Limited Staffing

White House Faces Challenges in Pandemic Preparedness with Limited Staffing

The White House has recently taken steps to reestablish its Office of Pandemic Preparedness and Response Policy (OPPR), which had been dismantled in 2025. The office, which once had 15 employees, is now staffed with only one health official and a biosecurity specialist. This limited staffing has raised concerns among former health officials about the U.S.'s ability to effectively prepare for future infectious disease threats. The office was initially created to coordinate cross-agency responses to public health risks, but has been criticized for its slow response to major outbreaks under the Trump administration. The recent appointments of Sara Brenner and Rachel Idowu are seen as efforts to strengthen the administration's pandemic response, particularly in light of ongoing global health challenges.
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Pentagon Suppliers Warn of Insufficient U.S. Magnet Capacity by 2027

Pentagon Suppliers Warn of Insufficient U.S. Magnet Capacity by 2027

Pentagon Suppliers Warn of Insufficient U.S. Magnet Capacity by 2027
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Senator Alex Padilla Reintroduces Health Equity and Accountability Act Amidst Federal Funding Cuts

Senator Alex Padilla Reintroduces Health Equity and Accountability Act Amidst Federal Funding Cuts

U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, along with other Democratic lawmakers, has reintroduced the Health Equity and Accountability Act (HEAA). This legislation, first introduced in 2003, aims to address racial and geographic health disparities. The bill proposes expanding language access, diversifying the healthcare workforce, and investing in maternal and mental health services. New provisions focus on restoring federal health equity initiatives dismantled under the Trump administration. The HEAA has never passed as a single package, but its individual provisions have been incorporated into other bills.
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Netanyahu still intends to visit NYC after Mamdani says he's unwelcome

Netanyahu still intends to visit NYC after Mamdani says he's unwelcome

In an interview with Fox News Sunday morning, Netanyahu said that Mamdani is "fomenting hate."
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US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

By Andrea Shalal July 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. walked out as France addressed a United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine on Monday, accusing its longtime ally of "disingenuous grandstanding" over French comments comparing the U.S. to North Korea, Russia and other authoritarian states
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Trump admin's proposed prediction market rule faces public pushback

Trump admin's proposed prediction market rule faces public pushback

WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - Lawmakers, Native American tribes, consumer advocates and others are voicing strong opposition to the Trump administration's plans to regulate sports and other wagering in the booming prediction market industry, according to a review of public comments available on
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Veterans Affairs Leader Criticizes Trump Administration for Ending LGBTQ+ Care Program

Veterans Affairs Leader Criticizes Trump Administration for Ending LGBTQ+ Care Program

Rep. Mark Takano, a leading Democrat on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, has criticized the Trump administration for dismantling a national network that coordinated care for LGBTQ+ veterans. An internal email from the Veterans Health Administration revealed plans to end the LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator program, which has been in place for over a decade. The program's termination involves reassigning coordinators to general roles and discontinuing specialized meetings and resources. Takano argues that this move is part of a broader pattern of policies under the Trump administration that have weakened the Department of Veterans Affairs and limited access to care for veterans.
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Heidi Overton's Role in Trump's Health Policy Sparks Debate Amid MAHA Reforms

Heidi Overton's Role in Trump's Health Policy Sparks Debate Amid MAHA Reforms

Heidi Overton, a senior health-policy official on the White House Domestic Policy Council, has become a central figure in the Trump administration's health policy reforms, particularly those associated with the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Overton's role involves coordinating health policies to align with President Trump's priorities, including controversial initiatives like psychedelic therapies and marijuana rescheduling. Her cautious approach has drawn criticism from MAHA activists who view her as an obstacle to rapid reform. Despite this, Overton is considered a key player in the administration, with her work being recognized as instrumental in shaping health policy. She is currently a finalist for the position of Food and Drug Administration commissioner, a role that would expand her influence over national health regulations.
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Virginia Hospitals Warn of $31B Medicaid Funding Cut Under Proposed CMS Rule

Virginia Hospitals Warn of $31B Medicaid Funding Cut Under Proposed CMS Rule

Virginia hospitals are raising concerns over a proposed rule by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that could lead to a $31 billion reduction in the state's Medicaid funding over the next decade. The rule, stemming from a reconciliation bill passed by Congress, aims to align Medicaid payment rates more closely with Medicare rates and limit supplemental payment arrangements. The Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association has labeled the proposal as 'deeply troubling,' arguing that it exceeds the statutory language of H.R. 1, which was signed into law by President Donald Trump. The proposed changes could impact essential hospital services and the ability of healthcare providers to maintain operations.
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Cuban president accuses US of 'political genocide' on anniversary of revolution

Cuban president accuses US of 'political genocide' on anniversary of revolution

Pinar del Rio, Cuba, July 26 (Reuters) - Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel issued a sharp condemnation of Washington's oil embargo and hardened sanctions in a speech on Sunday, calling the policy of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration "political genocide."