The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reversing layoffs by reinstating over 400 employees who had previously received termination notices, as per an internal email from CDC leadership reported by POLITICO.
This rehiring initiative, announced today, represents the largest number of employees the agency has recalled so far. Approximately half of these employees belong to the National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and Tuberculosis Prevention, while around a third are from the National Center for Environmental Health.
Key Divisions Affected
Aside from the mentioned centers, other divisions witnessing reinstatements include the National Center for Health Statistics, Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics, Office of Human Resources, Global Health Center, Office of Acquisition Services, and Office of Communications.
When approached for comments, HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon refrained from immediate responses. However, he informed Fox News, the first outlet to report on this development, that “The Trump Administration is committed to protecting essential services — whether it’s supporting coal miners and firefighters through [the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health], safeguarding public health through lead prevention, or researching and tracking the most prevalent communicable diseases.”
Context: In April, approximately 2,400 CDC employees faced termination notices amidst a substantial reorganization within the Department of Health and Human Services. However, over the past few months, the agency has periodically rehired staff, showcasing a dynamic employment landscape.
