Reproductive health and mine safety programs are among those that have fallen victim to sweeping Department of Health and Human Services cuts, with thousands of federal workers laid off in the process.
The Trump administration has said that a continuous reduction in federal force – including members of HHS leadership – is necessary to help the U.S. get out of debt and save $1.8 billion annually. Meanwhile, scientists, physicians and experts argue that many of the services are critical for the American public.
