Major Workforce Reduction and Agency Consolidation

In a bold move to streamline operations, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has unveiled plans to eliminate 10,000 federal jobs. This decision, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, marks a significant step towards reducing the department's workforce by a quarter, down to 62,000 employees.

Strategic Centralization and Office Closures

The overhaul includes the closure of five out of ten regional offices and the centralization of key operations such as HR, procurement, and policy planning. This strategic shift aims to enhance efficiency and focus on the department's core mission.

New Division to Focus on Chronic Disease and Low-Income Health Resources

Kennedy, known for his critical stance on the agency's pandemic response and vaccine policies, is also establishing the Administration for a Healthy America. This new division will centralize programs targeting chronic disease management and health resources for low-income populations, signaling a realignment towards public health priorities.