TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DECISION

May 31 2025BUSINESS

Mine Safety Offices Saved from Closure: A Shift in Policy

The Trump administration has decided to keep 34 Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) offices open. These offices were initially marked for closure as part of a cost-cutting effort by the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk. The decision to retain these offices is a significant turnaround, as it was expected to save $18 million by ending leas...

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May 29 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu Vaccine Plans Nixed: What Does This Mean for Public Health?

The U. S. government recently pulled the plug on a major project. The project was to create a vaccine for bird flu. This vaccine was to protect people from flu viruses that could start a pandemic. The government was worried about the safety of the mRNA technology used in the vaccine. The Department of Health and Human Services ended a $766 million deal with Moderna....

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