HHS
Why Admiral Rachel Levine’s Portrait Alteration Sparks Debate Over Transgender Representation in Federal Leadership
The recent alteration of Admiral Rachel Levine’s official portrait at the HHS Humphrey Building—replacing her legal name with her deadname—has ignited controversy and broader conversations about transgender visibility, respect, and the political climate within federal institutions.
CDC Layoffs Rescinded: US Government Reverses Hundreds of Job Cuts
Amid a turbulent federal shutdown, the US government abruptly reversed hundreds of CDC layoffs just hours after issuing termination notices, sparking confusion and concern across public health divisions.
HHS Mandates Placebo Testing for All New Vaccines Under RFK Jr.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces a new policy requiring placebo-controlled trials for all new vaccines, raising concerns among experts.



