Trump administration proposes sharp budget cuts for HHS
An internal memo proposes carving out $40 billion from federal health agencies while eliminating dozens of programs. Congress has ultimate appropriation authority.
(Benjamin Cleeton | The New York Times) Members of the South Jefferson Volunteer Rescue respond to an emergency call in Henderson, N.Y., July 7, 2024. The Trump administration is eyeing about $40 billion in cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services's budget next year.