ASPPH has issued a statement expressing profound concern regarding the abrupt removal of Dr. Susan Monarez as Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Dr. Monarez, a Senate-confirmed leader with a strong record of scientific integrity, served for less than a month before her dismissal amid political pressure tied to vaccine policy changes.

ASPPH calls upon federal leadership to uphold the CDC’s role as a neutral, science-driven institution dedicated to protecting the public’s health. Abrupt changes at the highest levels risk undermining scientific decision-making and jeopardizing the nation’s ability to respond effectively to current and emerging health threats.

This sudden leadership transition was compounded by the resignation of several senior CDC officials, including the Chief Medical Officer and multiple center directors. These departures raise serious concerns about the stability and credibility of the nation’s leading public health agency at a time when trust and preparedness are more vital than ever.

Read our full statement here.