Trump administration to shrink federal health agencies by 20,000 employees
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The move comes amid a government-wide effort to cut probationary workers by the Department of Government Efficiency task force led by billionaire Elon Musk.
The Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Some Trump insiders are ready to take on the food industry. It remains to be seen whether their entrée will result in any meaningful change in government oversight of "Big Food" — or on American health.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
Robert F. Kennedy suspended his longshot presidential campaign in August and endorsed former President Donald Trump.
Many of Donald Trump's supporters left a Michigan rally before he arrived Friday night after the former president kept them waiting for three hours to tape a popular podcast interview.
RFK Jr. fought to appear on the ballot as an independent candidate. Now, he's trying to get off the ballot in many states.
Kennedy turned to federal court after striking out with the Michigan Supreme Court last week.
Under federal law, printed ballots must be delivered to city and township clerks by Saturday, Sept. 21 — 45 days before election day.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes that being on the ballot in at least 10 states could spoil former President Donald Trump's chances of defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.
The court vacated the state Appeals Court ruling, concluding that Kennedy did not show "an entitlement to this extraordinary relief."
Kennedy gained ballot access in Michigan by running as a candidate for the Natural Law Party.
Kennedy filed a lawsuit Friday in Michigan's Court of Claims against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to withdraw his name.
"In my heart, I no longer believe that I have a realistic path to electoral victory," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, explaining his decision to "throw my support to President Trump."
"I said let's go put the bear in Central Park and we'll make it look like it got hit by a bike," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a video he posted on X.
Candidates had until 12:00:01 a.m. ET Thursday to meet the qualifications for the first presidential debate, which will be hosted by CNN.
The Libertarian Party nominated party activist Chase Oliver for president, rejecting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bid for the nomination.
Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."
President Joe Biden will be in Detroit on May 19 to speak at the NAACP Fight for Freedom dinner.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has secured a place on the ballot in the battleground state of Michigan, state officials confirmed Thursday, elevating his potential to affect the November election.
Several of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s brothers and sisters endorsed the president, even as their brother makes his own bid for Biden's job.
Nicole Shanahan is a donor and California-based attorney and entrepreneur.
Residents are concerned that a proposed project would remove several trees, while others say it is needed to prevent future flooding.
A former police officer in Lincoln Township, Michigan, was sentenced to 18 months of probation with the first 90 days in jail for falsifying salvage vehicle inspections, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
A longstanding family-run cinema in Macomb County will shutter its doors for good next month.
A 13-year-old boy who was wanted by Detroit police for allegedly shooting his father on Tuesday was taken into custody in Ohio hours after fleeing.
Residents are concerned that a proposed project would remove several trees, while others say it is needed to prevent future flooding.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
A Michigan father charged in a fatal Thanksgiving Day head-on crash that resulted in the death of his 5-year-old daughter will stand trial.
Safety concerns continue in the city of Birmingham, Michigan, but this time they center on a big fight on the downtown street.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday's drawing will be at least $1 billion, Powerball says.
The recalled products with jalapeño were distributed at national retailers, including Walmart, Target and Trader Joe's, in 26 states.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
Hao-Yu Lee drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning with a pinch-hit single and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 in the rubber game of their series.
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs, according to NFL media. The move comes after the team placed QB Teddy Bridgewater on the reserved/retired list on Sunday.
Detroit Lions Pro Bowl running back Jahmyr Gibbs finally got what he wanted. A record-setting contract brought financial security, but for Gibbs, it also ended an anxious wait that had kept him off the practice field.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
The Back To School Festival at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit gave the students free eye exams, dental care, vaccines and sports physicals.
While a few showers and some smaller storms are possible on Wednesday, the rain potential dries up to wrap up the week.
The University of Michigan has officially picked the site for a new controversial data center.
Hundreds of Dearborn residents gathered in Edison Park on Tuesday to seek clarity from their mayor. They're concerned that a future project would remove several trees, while others say the project is needed to prevent future flooding.
A 13-year-old boy who was wanted by Detroit police for allegedly shooting his father on Tuesday was taken into custody in Ohio hours after fleeing.