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H.H.S. is cutting public health funding to local communities that cover core functions in the middle of a measles outbreak and other health threats.
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H.H.S. is cutting public health funding to local communities that cover core functions in middle of measles outbreak and other health threats
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- 0.900
- Claim Maker
- Dr. Deb Houry
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- News Article
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- a1162f2a-b3d7-47dd-b59c-1e387ef46f20
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:42 PM (6 months ago)
- Last Updated
- February 15, 2026 at 2:42 PM (6 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/09/health/trump-public-health-cuts-california.html
The Trump administration plans to cut $600 million in public health funds from four states led by Democrats. The cuts affect health departments and partner organizations, including those focused on HIV prevention and gender transitions. The decision is based on agency priorities.
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