Health Care Costs at the Core of Government Shutdown Standoff
By Sunita Sohrabji Oct 1, 2025 Health insurance premiums for millions of Americans will double this fall as ACA premium tax credits expire. Republicans blame Democrats for causing a shutdown over the issue. The federal government formally entered a shutdown Oct. 1, with a vicious debate over the extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium […]
Major Shakeup at CDC Sparks Fears About Vaccine Misinformation
By Sunita Sohrabji Sep 2, 2025 The abrupt firing of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Susan Monarez threatens public safety, said several key CDC staffers, who resigned in protest. Former CDC Director Susan Monarez. (Wikimedia photo) Last week’s shake-up at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — as 3 key members resigned […]