Summary
A union representing CDC workers is urging the Trump administration to strongly denounce false information about vaccines after a shooting at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. The suspect involved in the shooting reportedly blamed the COVID vaccine for his health issues, and the union believes this disinformation is a threat to public health and safety.
Key Facts
- The shooting at CDC headquarters resulted in the death of a police officer.
- The suspect, Patrick Joseph White, blamed the COVID vaccine for his health problems.
- The union representing CDC workers called for clear condemnation of vaccine disinformation.
- The incident highlights concerns over the mistreatment and vilification of CDC staff.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a known vaccine skeptic, leads the Department of Health and Human Services.
- CDC Director Susan Monarez expressed sorrow over the violence.
- The union emphasized the danger disinformation poses to public health.
- Officials from HHS and CDC did not respond to requests for comments.
