Since his appointment in February, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has moved swiftly to downsize the agency, including mass staff firings and cancelling grants. These actions have faced legal challenges, resulting in a temporary stop to staff cuts. Former HHS leaders express varied opinions on his approach—some find the cuts necessary, while others criticize a lack of strategy. Kennedy's lack of familiarity with programs suggests possible mismanagement, complicating his upcoming testimony to Congress regarding the proposed budget and restructuring of HHS.
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has quickly moved to shrink the Department of Health and Human Services by firing thousands of staff and canceling billions in grants.
Former HHS leaders have mixed opinions about Kennedy's aggressive cuts, with some seeing the need for changes while others criticize lack of strategy.
Kennedy has, at times, seemed unfamiliar with programs that had been cut; he suggested bringing back 20% of the fired staff if deemed essential.
Kennedy is set to testify before Congress about his proposed budget and the ongoing restructuring of the agency amid court challenges to his actions.
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