Douglas Holtz-Eakin

In this engaging discussion, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News, Sarah Karlin-Smith from The Pink Sheet, Joanne Kenen of Johns Hopkins, and Douglas Holtz-Eakin from the American Action Forum delve into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial firing of the CDC's vaccine advisory committee. They explore the implications for public health and vaccine policy, alongside an open letter of dissent from NIH employees. Additionally, Holtz-Eakin clarifies the complexities and challenges of the Congressional Budget Office, shedding light on its vital role in health policy.

Douglas Holtz-Eakin, President of the American Action Forum and former Director of the Congressional Budget Office, shares sharp insights on the intersections of tariffs, immigration, and national debt. He explores how proposed immigration reforms could impact the economy and the Federal Reserve's balancing act amidst inflation. The discussion also digs into the political ramifications of upcoming elections, particularly regarding a divided Congress and its effect on fiscal policies and the debt limit. Holtz-Eakin's expertise provides a compelling view of the current economic landscape.