JOURNAL ARTICLE
RFK Jr. Blamed by HHS Staff for Misinformation That Sparked CDC Attack.
Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Nix, Jessica 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses a letter from over 750 current and former employees of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) blaming Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for spreading misinformation that allegedly contributed to a violent shooting at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The letter claims that Kennedy's actions have endangered public health and calls for him to cease spreading misinformation and to remove online content targeting CDC employees involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In response, an HHS spokesperson defended Kennedy, asserting his commitment to the safety of CDC staff and rejecting the notion that his actions are linked to the violence. The shooting, which resulted in one police officer's death, was reportedly motivated by protests against the COVID-19 vaccine. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/08, pN.PAG
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Politics and Government
- Publication Date:2025
- Accession Number:187437067
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