Personnel Changes in HHS
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. terminated two top officials in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
- Officials dismissed: Heather Flick Melanson (Chief of Staff) and Hannah Anderson (Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy).
- The dismissals were sudden and without explanation, according to reports.
- A source stated Kennedy has the right to make personnel decisions.
- HHS confirmed a leadership change: Matt Buckham appointed as Acting Chief of Staff.
- Buckham currently serves as Kennedy’s White House liaison and oversees recruitment of political appointees.
- Kennedy expressed gratitude to the outgoing leadership and supports Buckham in advancing HHS’s mission.
Vaccine Approval Controversy
- Full approval granted to Moderna’s mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, for children 6 months to 11 years at increased risk of COVID-19.
- Kennedy was not authorized or briefed on this decision.
- Heather Flick Melanson reportedly resigned, not fired; she is a Trump supporter.
- Vaccine approval raises concerns about adverse events, including myocarditis and allergic reactions.
- Dr. Robert Malone commented on the FDA's approval, expressing shock and disappointment.
- Malone clarified Kennedy was not briefed on the FDA decision and was on a working vacation, managing calls and decisions during that time.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/07/robert-kennedy-jr-fires-two-top-hhs-officials/
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