The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Climate Change and Health Equity has been closed and its staff placed on administrative leave, coinciding with a new executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at reducing federal programs focused on diversity and health equity. Established in 2021 under President Biden, the office played a key role in promoting renewable energy initiatives within the healthcare sector. The unexpected closure has raised concerns about the future of health equity efforts and their accessibility to affected communities, significantly impacting federal climate health initiatives.
The Office of Climate Change and Health Equity, established by President Biden, has been shuttered, and its staff placed on administrative leave, marking a significant setback in federal health and environmental efforts.
The administration's actions to close the climate office align with a broader trend of targeting initiatives geared towards diversity, equity, and inclusion, ultimately impacting access to federal resources.
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