Summary
Former CDC director Susan Monarez is set to testify before the Senate, claiming she was pressured by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to approve new vaccine recommendations without scientific evidence. Monarez was fired after refusing to comply with Kennedy’s directives, including firing top CDC officials.
Key Facts
- Susan Monarez, former CDC director, alleges pressure from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about vaccine recommendations.
- Monarez claims she was fired for prioritizing scientific evidence over Kennedy’s demands.
- Monarez was originally nominated by President Donald Trump and chosen by Kennedy.
- Monarez and former Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry will testify about their experiences at the CDC.
- The hearing will discuss the CDC’s vaccine recommendation process and potential impacts on children's health.
- Kennedy has denied Monarez's claims, but admitted to ordering the dismissal of some CDC officials.
- The Senate health committee, led by Sen. Bill Cassidy, is conducting the hearing to address issues at the CDC.
