Letters from an American August 29, 2025
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Aug 30, 2025 The podcast delves into the turmoil at the CDC and Social Security Administration, spotlighting whistleblower issues and government suppression. It scrutinizes the chaotic public health initiatives under the Trump administration, fueled by misleading data and conspiracy theories. The discussion includes executive overreach regarding tariff authority, with a legal ruling reinforcing congressional power. Finally, it highlights the significant impact of recent tariff decisions on the U.S. economy and historical trade policies.
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CDC Leadership Purge
- Susan Menares refused to rubber-stamp an attack on vaccines and was ousted from the CDC.
- Three top CDC scientists resigned in protest, saying "The CDC you knew is over."
Political Appointee Replaces Scientists
- The White House installed Jim O'Neill, a biotech investor with no medical training, as acting CDC director.
- O'Neill's past promotion of ivermectin and COVID conspiracies signaled a break from scientific leadership.
Whistleblower Forced Out Of SSA
- SSA Chief Data Officer Charles Bourget resigned after exposing data breaches and then was forced out.
- His resignation letter described being driven out after the administration made it impossible to perform duties legally and ethically.