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Republican congressman says federal cuts won't undermine public health, even as Texas battles measles outbreak


Published on 2025-03-30 09:00:41 - KHOU
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  • MCKINNEY, Texas
  • While Texas continues to address a growing measles outbreak, now at 327 cases, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a "dramatic restructuring," cutting 20,000 employees, with half of them being fired.

Texas Republican Congressman Chip Roy has been vocal about his opposition to federal funding for public health, particularly in light of a recent measles outbreak in Texas. Roy, who has consistently voted against government spending, including public health initiatives, argues that such funding represents unnecessary federal overreach. Critics, however, point out that his stance could exacerbate public health crises like the measles outbreak, which has seen cases rise due to lower vaccination rates. This situation underscores the tension between fiscal conservatism and public health needs, with Roy's critics arguing that his policies could lead to preventable health emergencies. Meanwhile, Roy maintains that local and state governments, along with private entities, should handle public health without federal intervention.

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