Sen. Elizabeth Warren sharply questioned NIH leaders about their lack of basic knowledge regarding the agency's operations and funding issues amid the Trump administration's proposed cuts. In a letter to Acting Director Matthew Memoli and nominee Jay Bhattacharya, she expressed concern over the NIH's chaotic state, particularly after over 1,000 employees were fired. Massachusetts healthcare leaders, including Gov. Maura Healey, echoed these concerns, highlighting that reduced funding would severely impact pediatric health research and result in job and life losses in vulnerable communities.
"Neither of you appear to have answers about what is going on at this agency, nor a willingness to resolve these problems. But the situation at the NIH remains dire, and it is imperative that you provide clarity immediately."
"These cuts are going to cost jobs. They're going to cost lives, young, vulnerable lives. It's not hyperbole. It's a fact."
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