GOP cuts threaten CDC's gun violence and opioid research

Senators will vote on a bill to keep the government open, which may allow the Trump administration to withhold funds from the CDC's Injury Center. This center focuses on preventing gun violence, opioid abuse, and suicides. The CDC's Injury Center received $761 million in the 2024 budget. If the bill passes, the Trump administration will decide how much of this funding is spent, raising concerns among Democrats about potential cuts to public health programs. Previous proposals aimed to reduce the Injury Center's funding significantly. Cuts could impact local and state governments, as 80% of the center's budget is distributed to them.