Senate Democrats urge reinstatement of CDC staff

Seven Senate Democrats are calling for the reinstatement of hundreds of fired employees from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In a letter to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., they expressed their concern about the mass firings. They argue that this action jeopardizes public health and safety both in the U.S. and around the world. The senators highlighted that the firings occurred shortly after Kennedy took office. They mentioned that about 750 public servants were let go. The letter also criticized the administration for its lack of commitment to public health. The senators are demanding more information on the situation. They want to know how many employees were fired during the Trump administration and how many have been reinstated since then. The letter reflects their worries about the CDC's ability to perform its crucial role in protecting health.