Trump Plans Major Cuts to CDC HIV Funding

The Trump administration is considering significant budget cuts to the CDC's domestic HIV prevention efforts, with proposals potentially involving the elimination of the CDC's HIV prevention division and a $1.3 billion cut, which could transfer responsibilities to another unit within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Although no final decision has been made, the administration cites overlap and restructuring for efficiency as reasons for the changes. The CDC's HIV prevention budget is crucial for disease surveillance and community outreach, and advocates warn of negative impacts on prevention progress. Despite a national decrease in new HIV cases, there is concern that reduced federal support could reverse recent gains. The administration's plans are still in preliminary stages, with discussions ongoing about potential reorganizations or funding reallocations within HHS.