Breaking: HHS starts layoffs of thousands of workers across its agencies

As many as 10,000 — one-quarter of the department — are expected to be let go.

Log In    Subscribe BREAKING NEWS   HHS starts layoffs of thousands of workers across its agencies By Helen Branswell and Lizzy Lawrence Alex Brandon/AP Layoff notices began arriving early Tuesday for thousands of employees of the sprawling Department of Health and Human Services and its subsidiary agencies, with as many 10,000 workers potentially expected to be hit by the cuts.   "I regret to inform you that you have been affected by a reduction in force (RIF) action," an email to affected employees said. It went on to tell the recipients that they were placed on immediate administrative leave, offering no details of the length of that leave. The email also stated that their firing was not a reflection of their work.  READ MORE Are you affected by the HHS cuts and restructuring? We are eager to hear from readers who have been impacted by the mass layoffs and restructuring at the agency and others under its umbrella. Share your experience with STAT's reporters in this form. We will not share your name or story without your permission. In Case You Missed It 1   Matt's Take: It's RFK Jr.'s FDA now By Matthew Herper 2   Nearly 2,000 top researchers call on Trump administration to halt 'assault' on science By Megan Molteni 3   Cassidy gave himself a difficult task. RFK Jr. isn't making it any easier on him By John Wilkerson 4   Exclusive: Vence Bonham, acting chief of National Human Genome Research Institute, 'unexpectedly' put on leave By Jason Mast Don't miss out on another STAT Investigation Unlock the world of health and medicine with a subscription to STAT+ Learn more STAT, 1 Exchange Place, Boston, MA ©2025, All Rights Reserved. I no longer wish to receive STAT emails Update Newsletter Preferences • Contact Us • Advertise with Us